Acting CEC Kacho Feroz Reviews Muharram Preparedness in Kargil, Ensures Key Services at Major Congregation Sites

Kargil, June 26, 2025 – In view of the upcoming holy month of Muharram, Acting Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohammad Feroz, today visited key religious institutions to assess the preparedness for the observance of the sacred days.

Kacho Feroz visited the premises of Jamiat-ul-Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil (JUAIK) and the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), two of the largest socio-religious organisations in the district, to take stock of the arrangements b...

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Flash Flood in Stakpa Nalla; SDM Sankoo Orders Urgent Restoration Measures

Kargil, June 26, 2025 – Following the flash flood that struck Stakpa Nalla on Wednesday, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Sankoo, Sh. Waseem Ramzan (JKAS), dispatched a multidisciplinary team to assess damage to public infrastructure and private properties.

The assessment team, led by Tehsildar Sankoo, Sh. Talib Hussain, and accompanied by Hon’ble Councilor Lankerchay, Sh. Ghulam Haider, inspected the affected areas. Their assessment covered damage to trees, agricultural land, internal ro...

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NCST Member Reviews Tribal Welfare Schemes in Kargil, Emphasises SHG Empowerment and Women’s Inclusion

Kargil, June 26, 2025 – Dr Asha Lakra, Hon’ble Member of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), chaired a key meeting today at the Conference Hall, Baroo, to review the implementation of welfare programmes and centrally sponsored schemes for Scheduled Tribes in the Kargil district.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS); Senior Superintendent of Police, Shri Ram R.; Additional Deputy Commissioner Imteeaz Kacho; Joint Directo...

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CEC Kargil, Dr Jaffer Akhoon Welcomes 239 Haj Pilgrims from Ladakh

Kargil, June 26, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today warmly received the Haj pilgrims from Ladakh who returned after successfully completing the holy pilgrimage to Mecca. The CEC was accompanied by Executive Councillor Zakir Hussain.

A total of 239 pilgrims from Ladakh UT performed the Hajj this year. All the pilgrims returned in good health and high spirits, marking the successful culmination of their spiritual journey.

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Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Romil Singh Donk Convenes Meeting on Flash Flood Preparedness

Leh, June 26, 2025: In view of the high likelihood of flash floods during the ongoing season, Romil Singh Donk (IAS), Chairman, District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)/Deputy Commissioner, Leh, convened a high-level meeting today at the VC Room of the DC Office to review disaster preparedness and emergency response protocols.

During the meeting, DC Leh directed all Sub-Divisional Magistrates to identify flash flood hotspot zones in their respective jurisdictions and submit detailed ...

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DC Kargil Reviews Progress of Irrigation and Flood Control Department Projects

Kargil, June 26, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner and CEO of LAHDC Kargil, Sh. Rakesh Kumar (IAS), chaired a review meeting of the Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) Department today at his office chamber.

The meeting focused on assessing the progress of ongoing projects under various funding heads, including Capex, SDP, State Sector, and languishing schemes. Attendees included JD Planning/CPO Abdul Hadi, Superintending Engineer (I&FC) Mohd Abass, Executive Engineer Ghulam Hussain, Assistant E...

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DDAC Kargil Observes International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2025 Under “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan”

Kargil, June 26, 2025 — The District De-Addiction Center, Kargil observed the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with great enthusiasm and community participation. This year’s theme, “The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention”, emphasized the urgent need to raise awareness and strengthen preventive strategies in the fight against drug abuse.

The event began with welcome speech by Mr. Imtiyaz Hussain (Manager, DDAC Kargil) who expressed gratitude to the Chief Gu...

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29th Sindhu Darshan Utsav Celebrated at Sindhu Ghat; His Holiness Drikung Kyabgon Inaugurates Buddha Statue in Presence of Hon’ble CEC

Leh, June 24, 2025: The 29th Sindhu Darshan Utsav began with great spiritual fervour and patriotic zeal at Sindhu Ghat in Leh, marking yet another chapter in the celebration of India’s civilisational roots, cultural diversity, and national unity. Organised by the Sindhu Darshan Yatra Samiti, the three-day festival is being observed from June 23 to 26, drawing pilgrims and cultural troupes from across the country.

In a spiritually significant and ceremonial gathering held on June 24, His H...

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DC Kargil Reviews implementation of schemes under PHE Department

Kargil, June 25, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Sh. Rakesh Kumar chaired a detailed review meeting of the Public Health Engineering Department today at the DC Office Chamber to evaluate the progress of ongoing water supply schemes in the district.

The meeting was attended by SE PHE & I&FC Kargil, Chief Planning Officer, Executive Engineer PHE Kargil, AEEs, AEs, JEs, DTL-PMU, IEC Expert, Third-Party Inspection agency, Implementation Support Agency and Laboratory Incharges.

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Changthang Rangeland Visioning Meet Garners Unified Support from Community and StakeholdersLeh,

The Changthang Rangeland Visioning Multi-Stakeholder Meeting was successfully held on 25th June 2025 at Hotel Grand Dragon, Leh. The one-day consultation convened a powerful cross-section of community leaders, government officials, civil society organizations, and conservation experts to collectively shape the future of Ladakh’s high-altitude rangelands.

The meeting was graced by Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor of LAHDC-Leh, Advocate Tashi Gyalson as the Chief Guest, and Hon’ble Execut...

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