District Election Officer Leh visits EVM warehouse for Quarterly Inspection

Leh, July 3, 2025 – The second quarterly inspection of the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) warehouse in Leh was conducted today at the Sindhu Sanskriti Kendra. The inspection was led by District Election Officer/ Deputy Commissioner Leh Romil Singh Donk, SSP Leh Shruti Arora and Assistant Chief Electoral Officer Delex Namgyal, with representatives from various political parties also present. 

During the inspection, officials thoroughly checked the functionality of CCTV cameras for both da...

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Secretary MSME reviews industrial growth and MSME ecosystem in Ladakh

Leh, June 30: Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, Shri S.C.L Das (IAS), chaired a comprehensive review meeting in Leh to assess the current industrial scenario and the status of MSMEs in the Union Territory of Ladakh. 

The meeting focused on reviewing UDYAM registrations, the progress of industrial estates, existing policies, and various central schemes aimed at supporting Micro Small and Medium enterprises in the region.

Principal Secr...

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DC Kargil Reviews Moharram Arrangements and Procession Routes, Emphasises Smooth Conduct

Kargil, July 2, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS) conducted a detailed inspection of Moharram procession routes across Kargil town on Wednesday to ensure seamless arrangements ahead of the upcoming religious observances. He conducted on-spot inspection in terms of arrangements by various departments/agencies.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner,Imteeaz Kacho; Additional Superintendent of Police,Nitin Yadav;Chief Medical ...

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CEC Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Chairs Meeting to Review Compensation and Progress on NH-301

Kargil, July 02, 2025 – In a significant move aimed at addressing public concerns and streamlining the progress of the NH-301 highway project, Chief Executive Councillor, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon chaired a high-level meeting today at the Council Secretariat, LAHDC Kargil. The meeting was convened following the initiative of Hon’ble Member of Parliament, UT Ladakh, Haji Hanifa Jan, who emphasized the importance of clarity and coordination in the execution of such a major infrastructure project....

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UT Administration initiates filling vacant posts after formalising domicile and reservation rules

Leh, July 2, 2025: Pursuant to putting in place a comprehensive legal framework to ensure fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment to public services, the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has initiated a large-scale recruitment drive for 359 Gazetted posts through the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This marks the first-ever recruitment of Gazetted posts through UPSC since the formation of the Union Territory.

This milestone follows the establishment of a unique...

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Kargil Students Shine in Japan’s Sakura Science Exchange; CEC Felicitates Participants

Kargil, July 02, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today facilitated two students from Kargil Arif Hussain of Higher Secondary School Akchamal and Zahra Batool of Government Higher Secondary School Trespone who successfully represented the district in the prestigious Sakura Science Exchange Programme held in Japan.

Executive Councillor for Education, Zakir Hussain, Councilor Chiktan Kacho Liyaqat Khan and Chief Education Officer Kargil So...

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Government Degree College Drass welcomes New Principal

Drass, July 01, 2025 – Mr. Nasir ul Mehdi Shabani has taken charge as the new Principal of Government Degree College Drass. The appointment marks a new chapter for the institution, and the faculty, staff, and students are looking forward to working under his leadership.

Principal Shabani was warmly welcomed by the Staff Secretary, Government Degree College Drass on behalf of the college. The staff and faculty members expressed their enthusiasm about working with him and looked forward to ...

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Hon’ble Lt Governor Brig (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd) chairs 12th meeting of State Board for Wildlife of UT Ladakh

Leh, June 30, 2025: The 12th meeting of the State Board for Wildlife of UT Ladakh was held at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd). The agenda of the meeting centred on the report presented by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) to the Hon’ble members of the State Board for Wildlife regarding the rationalisation of the Karakoram (Nubra-Shayok) Wildlife Sanctuary and the High-Altitude Cold ...

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Yawar SHG Launches Products in Pashkum, EC Kacho Feroz Assures Hill Council Support

Kargil, June 30, 2025 — The Yawar Self Help Group (SHG) formally launched its products at a ceremony held today at Panchayat A in Pashkum. The event was organised by the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), showcasing the entrepreneurial efforts of rural women in the region.

Executive Councillor (EC) Kacho Mohammad Feroz was the Chief Guest at the event, which was also attended by Sheikh Ahmad, Block Development Officer (BDO) Dr. Sarwar Shehzad (JKAS), and key NRLM officials includi...

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