Kargil, November 15/ VOL News Desk/ The 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, the revered tribal freedom fighter and social reformer was commemorated with great respect and enthusiasm today at the Auditorium Hall, Kargil. The event was organized by Tribal Research Institute, University of Ladakh in collaboration with Social and Tribal Welfare Department in to honor his extraordinary contributions to India’s freedom struggle and his relentless efforts to safeguard tribal rights, cul...
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Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas was observed at the DC Conference Hall, Leh
On 15 November 2025, Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas was observed at the DC Conference Hall, Leh, with active participation from students of Mahabodhi and Jamyang Schools, along with staff members from DSWO, ICDS, DCPU Leh, and DDAC.
As part of the programme, a pledge-taking ceremony was conducted under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, reaffirming the commitment towards a drug-free society.
The event also included a brief session highlighting the legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Ladakh’s eminent...
Kargil Administration Pioneers Fair Access with First-Ever Hostel Entrance Examination
Kargil, November 16, 2025 – The District Administration, LAHDC Kargil, today successfully conducted its first-ever written entrance examination for admission to the Kargil Boys’ and Girls’ Hostels in Srinagar and Jammu, a landmark initiative that saw the participation of 415 students.
This crucial step officially marks the implementation of the new Hostel Admission Guidelines, which are specifically designed to establish a transparent, fair, and uniform system for hostel access, thereby ...
Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Celebrated at Rangdum with Focus on Wetland Conservation
Kargil, November 16/ VOL News Desk/ The Wildlife Division Kargil, in collaboration with local community representatives, celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas today at Rangdum. The event aimed to honour the rich tribal heritage of the region while highlighting the importance of conserving its unique natural ecosystems, particularly the high-altitude wetlands.
A key highlight of the programme was an informative session by wildlife staff, who spoke on the critical role wetlands play as the “lun...
Administrative Secretary Sanjit Rodrigues Tours Drass Sub Division to Review Tourism Projects
Kargil, November 16/ VOL News Desk/ Shri Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, Administrative Secretary for Tourism & Culture, and Information & Public Relations, conducted an extensive tour of the Drass Subdivision and other key tourist attraction sites to review tourism-related projects.
The Secretary was accompanied by Rakesh Kumar, Deputy Commissioner/ CEO, LAHDC Kargil. Other officials included Er. Syed Mehdi, Executive Engineer, KDA; Er. Mansoor Hussain, Executive Engineer, R&B Kargil; and Mohd Al...
Pledge Taking Ceremony Held TCV school Leh under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan
LEH, NOVEMBER 13/ VOL News Desk/ As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA), the District De-Addiction Centre (DDAC), Leh organized a pledge-taking ceremony at TCV School, Leh, to raise awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and to promote a drug-free lifestyle among students.
During the event, students, teachers, and staff members took the Drug-Free India Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to stay away from drugs and to motivate others to do the same. The p...
Fateh Cup Kargil 2025 Concludes with Grand Tribute to the Martyrs of 1948 and 1999
Kargil, November 14/ VOL News Desk/ The first edition of the Fateh Cup Kargil 2025, organized as a tribute to the martyrs of 1948 and 1999, concluded at the Austro Turf Kargil with remarkable enthusiasm and participation. A total of eight football clubs showcased their skill, discipline, and team spirit throughout the tournament.
The final match was contested between Sheen Football Club Saliskot and RLC Baroo, where RLC Baroo clinched an emphatic victory with a 6–1 scoreline, lifting the ...
DLSA Leh Celebrates Children’s Day at Nari Niketan with Legal Awareness Drive
On 14th November 2025, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Leh observed Children’s Day at Nari Niketan, Leh, to mark the occasion with children and create awareness about their rights. The event was attended by Mr. Manoj Parihar (Principal District & Sessions Judge, Chairman DLSA Leh), Mrs. Phuntsog Angmo, Secretary of DLSA Leh, Maryam Skabzin, Supervisor of Bal Ashram, Thinles Angmo, Supervisor of Nari Niketan, along with staff, students of Bal Asharam and Nari Niketan and paralega...
Administrative Services Reach Nimoo Village under Ongoing “Mimang-Si-Sjabstogs” Drive
Leh, November 14/ VOL News Desk/ Under the ongoing “Mimang-Si-Sjabstogs” (Administration at Your Doorstep) initiative, the District Administration, Leh, organised a public outreach camp at Nimoo village today. The event marked the fifth day of the series of outreach camps being conducted across the district since November 10.
The camp was attended by Nodal Officer Padma Angmo (JKAS), Assistant Director Tourism, Leh, along with officers and officials from various departments and local vill...
Call for Uniform Holiday Recognition in Ladakh
VOL News Desk/ Mohmad Haneefa, Member of Parliament for the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency & Nasreen Maryam President Anjuman Imamia Women Wing Leh, has formally requested the inclusion of Eid-e-Ghadir, Shah-e-Qadir, and Arbaeen as Gazette Holidays across the entire Union Territory of Ladakh.
In a letter addressed to the Honourable Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, MP Haneefa brought attention to the fact that while these occasions hold significant religious and cultural impo...