LAHDC Kargil Plans Summer Break for Schools Amid Soaring Temperatures

Kargil, July 10, 2024 – In a bid to provide relief to students and teachers amidst the rising temperatures, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, held a meeting today to discuss the summer vacation schedule.

The meeting, attended by Executive Councilor Education Zakir Hussain, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, Principal DIET, Chief Education Officer Kargil, and other officials of the...

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High-Level Meeting Convened to Accelerate TB Mukt Panchayat Initiative in Ladakh.

Leh, July 9 :  Aligning with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of a TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, a high level meeting was held today under the chairmanship of Principal Secretary, Health & Medical Education (H&ME), UT Ladakh, to discuss strategic interventions for achieving TB-Free Panchayats across Ladakh.

The meeting witnessed the presence of Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM) Ladakh, Director Health Services, Deputy Commissioner Leh, Additional Commissioner Revenue Kargil, Ch...

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CEC, Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Visits Flood-Affected Areas to Assess Damages

Kargil, July 09, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today visited the flood-affected villages of Stakpa, Malikbar Thama, Malikbar Kilma, Yakza, and surrounding areas to assess the ongoing restoration efforts and address public grievances.

During the visit, the CEC reviewed the progress of ongoing works, particularly the diversion of floodwater back to its original course and the restoration of essential services. He interacted with t...

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“Month of Compassion” Initiatives Boost Animal Health and Welfare in Leh

Leh, July 9, 2025: As a part of ‘Month of Compassion’ The Animal Husbandry Department, in collaboration with Chamba Animal Care Centre, organised an Animal Health Awareness and Adoption Camp at Main Market Leh. This initiative aims to provide vital veterinary services, educate the public on animal welfare, and facilitate the adoption of animals, promoting a compassionate approach to animal care within the community.

Similar impactful camps were also held in other villages as a part of ‘Mo...

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JD Finance Reviews Public Welfare Schemes, Stresses Timely Implementation for FY 2025-26

Kargil, July 09, 2025 – Joint Director/Chief Controller Finance (JD/CCF), LAHDC Kargil, Iftikhar Hussain today chaired a meeting with the officers of various departments to review the implementation of public-oriented schemes and units under the subsidy component for the financial year 2025-26.

The meeting was attended by the Joint Director/Chief Planning Officer Kargil, DPO Kargil; Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Kargil; Chief Education Officer Kargil; Chief Horticulture Officer Kargil; P...

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UPSC to Initiate Recruitment for Gazetted Posts in the Union Territory of Ladakh

New Delhi, July 9, 2025: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, met the Secretary of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Shri Shashi Ranjan, at the UPSC Headquarters in New Delhi today. Also present during the meeting were Joint Secretary (Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh), Ministry of Home Affairs, Shri Prashant Lokhande, and Secretary, General Administration Department, UT Ladakh, Shri Michael M. D’Souza.

The meeting involved detailed deliberations on the...

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Er. Punchok Tashi Visits Zangla Village, Nunnery, Padum, and Junhkore

Zanskar, July 08, 2025 – In a significant move to monitor the progress of various ongoing developmental projects and to initiate newly approved works, Hon’ble Executive Councilor for RDD/PRI and Zanskar Development Authority, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi conducted an extensive on-site visit to Zangla village, Padum, Nunnery, and Junhkore on Tuesday.

During the visit, Er. Tashi inspected key development sites including the Padum Lakhang area, the link road at Junhkore, and the courtyard...

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First Pre-Board Exams for Class 10th and 12th Begin in Ladakh

Kargil, July 9, 2025 — The first pre-board examinations for Class 10th and Class 12th students commenced today across the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh, under the supervision of the Secretary, School Education, and Director, School Education, UT Ladakh. The exams will continue until July 18, 2025, covering both Leh and Kargil districts.

A total of 26 examination centres have been set up in Kargil and 19 in Leh. The exams are being conducted with full sanctity and adherence to secrecy pro...

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DC Leh Romil Singh Donk convenes meeting regarding Tourism Promotion in Leh

Leh, July 8, 2025 – A crucial follow-up meeting, chaired by Romil Singh Donk (IAS), Deputy Commissioner, Leh was held today at the DC Office to address the issue of declining tourism in Leh and timely allocation of funds for its promotion. The meeting stemmed from a previous commitment by Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), Adv. Tashi Gyalson, to provide an additional ₹1 crore fund for tourism promotion.

The primary focus of the discussion was the appropriate allocation and timely r...

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National Level Training Program for Booth Level Officers Commences in Leh

Leh, July 8, 2025: A week-long National Training Program for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) began today at Panchayat Hall, Agling Leh, under the supervision of the District Election Officer (DEO), Leh, with the aim of strengthening electoral processes at grassroots level. The training is scheduled to continue from July 8 to July 15, 2025.

The inaugural session commenced with a welcome address by Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) Ghulam Mohammad (ADC Leh), who stressed the vital role of BL...

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