Leh, 19 February/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Department of Youth Services & Sports and the 1 Ladakh BN NCC, Leh.
During the meeting, Secretary Youth Services & Sports, Moses Kunzang, presented a detailed overview of the organisational structure and functioning of the Department of Youth Services & Sports.
The review covered key administrative and financial aspects, including the sanctioned str...
Leh, Ladakh | February 2026/ VOL News Desk/The Department of Social Work, Eliezer Joldan Memorial College (EJM College), Leh, organized the flag-off ceremony of its Academic Exposure and Field Learning Visit to New Delhi under the banner of PM-USHA (Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan).
The tour was formally flagged off by Ms. Bhanu Prabha IAS, Commissioner Secretary, Higher Education, UT Ladakh, in the gracious presence of Prof. Stanzin Yangdol Principal, EJM College Leh, and Dr. Sa...
Kargil, February 18/ VOL News Desk/ The fifth and concluding day of the five-day Workshop-cum-Training Programme on “Product Certification and Capacity Building for Women SHG Members” under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme concluded successfully today with active participation from MSME entrepreneurs and Women Self Help Group (SHG) members engaged in the food processing sector.
The programme was organized by the Industries & Commerce Department, UT Ladakh, in...
Leh, February 19/ VOL News Desk/ On the commencement of the holy month of Ramzan, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, extended his heartfelt greetings to all the people of the Union Territory, especially to brothers and sisters in Leh and Kargil.
In his message, the Lt Governor said “On the auspicious beginning of the holy month of Ramzan, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the people of Ladakh, especially our brothers and sisters in Leh and Karg...
Kargil, February 18/ VOL News Desk/ The Final Match and Concluding Ceremony of the 17th CEC Ice Hockey Championship 2026 successfully concluded today at the Ice Hockey Rink Biamathang amid great enthusiasm and sporting spirit.
Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Haji Mohd Hanifa Jan, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Guest of Honour was Kacho Mohd Feroz, Executive Councilor, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council Kargil, while the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil Imteea...
ADDC Leh, Sonam Nurboo, JKAS, chaired a preparatory meeting on 18.02.2026 in the VC Room, DC Office Leh, to review arrangements for the forthcoming Apricot Blossom Festival 2026.
During the meeting, the SDMs of Khaltse and Nubra were directed to identify and submit suitable venues within their respective sub-divisions to the AD Tourism, Leh, within two days. Emphasis was placed on selecting accessible, culturally vibrant, and logistically feasible locations to enhance the overall visitor ...
Drass, February 17/ VOL News Desk/ Councillor Bhimbat Constituency, Abdul Wahid attended the final match of Archery Tournament as the Chief Guest held at Goshen, Drass.
The tournament was organized by the Goshen Archery Club in collaboration with the Winter Sports Association Drass.
On the occasion, the Councillor congratulated all participating teams, with special appreciation for both the winners and the runners-up. He commended the organizers for successfully conducting the tournam...
Kargil, February 16/ VOL News Desk/ On the third day of the ongoing five-day Workshop-cum-Training Programme on “Product Certification and Training for Women SHG Members”, enthusiastic participation recorded from MSME unit holders and Women Self Help Group (SHG) members from the food processing sector.
The programme held at the Conference Hall of the District Industries Centre (DIC), Kargil, has been conducted under the RAMP Programme, organized by the Industries & Commerce Department, U...
Leh, February 15/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra attended the annual Leh Dosmochey Festival 2026 with great enthusiasm and witnessed the sacred Chams (Mask Dance) performance held near Leh Palace at Chamra. His presence added significance to the traditional celebration, which reflects the deep spiritual and cultural heritage of Ladakh.
Organized by the Leh Phu-Dho Cultural and Welfare Society, the festival showcased the vibrant and symbolic Mask Dance performed by monks in t...
Kargil, February 14/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Secretary Ladakh, Ashish Kundra attended the funeral ceremony of former J&K Cabinet Minister, and former CEC, LAHDC Kargil, Qamar Ali Akhoon at Sankoo and paid heartfelt tributes to the bereaved family.
The Chief Secretary expressed his condolences particularly to the brother of the late leader, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor of LAHDC, Kargil, and other family members. He acknowledged the late Akhoon’s contribution...
