CEC Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Inaugurates Multiple Lift Irrigation Projects in Sankoo Subdivision

Kargil, June 20, 2025 – In a step towards strengthening the agricultural infrastructure of Kargil district, the Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today inaugurated a series of Lift Irrigation Schemes at Stangkung, Lalung Thasgam, and Stakburik under the Sankoo Subdivision.

The inauguration ceremonies were held in the presence of local villagers, public representatives, and senior officials from multiple line departments including Irrigation & ...

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DLSA Kargil celebrates International Yoga Day at District Court Complex

Kargil, June 21, 2025 – As per the direction of the Hon’ble High Court of J&K and Ladakh and as per the action plan provided by the Ladakh Legal Services Authority, the District Legal Services Authority Kargil celebrated International Yoga Day on 21st June 2025 in the premises of District Court Complex Kargil.

The event was held under the Chairmanship of Ms. Spalzes Angmo Chairman DLSA in the presence of Mr. Wangial Tsering Ld. CJM Kargil, Mr. Chemit Yurgyal Ld. Secretary DLSA Kargil. The...

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GDC Drass hosts vibrant cultural programme celebrating Sanskritik Yatra-Sindhu Darshan festival

Drass, June 19, 2025 — The Government Degree College (GDC), Drass hosted a vibrant and rich cultural programme organised by Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages Kargil in collaboration with the North Zone Cultural Centre, Patiala (NZCC), celebrating the rich artistic heritage and diverse traditions of the north region of India under Sanskritik Yatra-Sindhu Darshan festival from June 13 -29, 2025.

The event, held at the college campus witnessed enthusiastic participation from stude...

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CEC Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Distributes Essential Items to Community Centres in Sangrah

Kargil, June 19, 2025 — In a continued effort to reach out to rural communities and strengthen grassroots-level infrastructure, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today visited Sangrah village, where he personally handed over essential items to support local community centres.

During the visit, Dr. Akhoon distributed kitchen sets, shamiyanas (tents), and tarpaulin sheets to three community centres in Sangrah. These items will be used for communit...

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Rakesh Kumar (IAS) takes charge as new Deputy Commissioner/ CEO, LAHDC, Kargil

Kargil, June 19, 2025 – In a formal ceremony, the outgoing Deputy Commissioner of Kargil Shrikant Balasaheb Suse handed over charge to the newly transferred Deputy Commissioner, Rakesh Kumar today in his office chamber in presence of the Senior Superintendent of Police, Additional Deputy Commissioner and other officers.

Shrikant Suse, who served as Deputy Commissioner of Kargil for the last two years, expressed gratitude to the LAHDC Kargil as well as UT administration for their support a...

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Training Program for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) held at Kargil

Kargil, June 19, 2025 – A comprehensive training program for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) of District Kargil was successfully organized by the IT Team of the Election Cell, DC Office Kargil today at the SMM Auditorium Hall, Kargil. The training was conducted with the objective of equipping BLOs with the necessary knowledge and skills required for the upcoming Summary Revision of the Photo Electoral Roll.

The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from all BLOs across the district, in...

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NTPC hands over five hydrogen fuel cell buses to SIDCO at Green Hydrogen Mobility Station Leh

Leh, 18 June 2025 : In a landmark move towards clean and sustainable transportation, a formal handing and taking over ceremony was held today at the NTPC Green Hydrogen Mobility Station, Palam, Leh, marking the transfer of five hydrogen fuel cell-based buses from NTPC Limited to the State Industrial Development Corporation (SIDCO), UT Ladakh.

This initiative represents the first-ever commercial deployment of hydrogen-powered buses in India, and that too at the highest altitude anywhere in...

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Shaheen Academy Organizes Career Counselling Program to Empower Youth of Kargil

Kargil, June 18, 2025 – Shaheen Academy organized a comprehensive Career Counselling Program today at the Auditorium Hall, Kargil, aimed at inspiring and guiding students toward meaningful career paths. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students of Classes 9th to 12th and civil services aspirants from across the district.

Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, graced the event as Chief Guest. He lauded the efforts of Shaheen Aca...

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Youths Embrace Yoga at “Yoga Unplugged” Event in Leh

Leh, Ladakh – The National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa (NISR) and the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (CIBS) successfully co-hosted “Yoga Unplugged,” a signature event for the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, on June 17, 2025. Held at the Nagarjuna Auditorium of CIBS, the event aimed to inspire youth and students to embrace yoga for holistic well-being, aligning with the IDY 2025 theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.”

The program commenced with the traditional lighting of the...

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Kargil Celebrates Eid-e-Ghadeer with Unity and Solidarity

Kargil Observes Eid-e-Ghadeer with Massive Processions, Scholars Denounce Israeli Atrocities Kargil News Desk, June 15, 2025: On the occasion of Eid-e-Ghadeer, which commemorates the declaration of the
wilayah (successorship) of Amir al-Momineen Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.), grand celebrations were held across Kargil district with deep reverence and devotion. Thousands of faithful men and women participated enthusiastically, highlighting the spiritual and historical significance of the day...

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