Kargil Hosts Marathon for Tobacco-Free Future on World No Tobacco Day

Kargil, May 31, 2025 – In observance of World No Tobacco Day 2025, the District Tobacco Control Cell, Kargil, in collaboration with Team Stringmo, a dynamic group of young girls, organized a vibrant and impactful 5KM Marathon aimed at raising awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and promoting a healthy, tobacco-free lifestyle in the district. The event was organised with the theme “Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products’ by organizing a mar...

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Kargil Health Needs Addressed with Central Health Ministry

Kargil, May 31, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC, Kargil Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon yesterday visited the Central Ministry of Health and met various officers and Bureaucrats to discuss various issues related to the health sector of Kargil.

During the visit, the CEC met Additional Secretary, Medical Education, Vinod Kotwal (IAS), Additional Secretary, National Health Mission, Govt. Of India, Aradhna Pathak (IAS), Joint Secretary Health, Government of India, Mnashvic Kumar (...

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Ladakh Secretaries Review Nubra Development

Nubra, May 30, 2025: The Administrative Secretary of the Information Technology Department, UT Ladakh, Shashanka Ala, IAS, and the Administrative Secretary of the Agriculture and Horticulture Department, UT Ladakh Bhupesh Chaudhary, IAS chaired a review meeting at the Conference Hall of the SDM Office Complex, Diskit Nubra today.

The meeting involved a detailed review with concerned departments, including departmental heads and field officers to assess the implementation status of various...

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Viksit Krishi Abhiyan Reaches Border Villages

On the second day of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyaan, awareness and outreach activities were successfully conducted in India’s first village on the Indo-China border i.e Demjok Hanle and Korzok in the Changthang region of Ladakh. At Hanle, the campaign was led by Dr. Phunstog Tundup, Head of KVK Nyoma, who addressed a gathering of 50 participants comprising farmers and staff. He emphasized the significance of the nationwide initiative and encouraged villagers to take maximum advantage of ...

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Successful PTM at High School Baroo Applauded

Kargil, May 30, 2025 – The Councillor of Baroo-Minjee Constituency Adv. Khadim Hussain extended heartfelt appreciation to the Head Master, dedicated teaching staff, and involved parents for successful conducting Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) and their contributions toward the meaningful interaction.

“I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Head Master, teachers, and involved parents for the successful conduct of today’s Parent-Teacher Meeting at High School Baroo, Kargil. Such collaborat...

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Joint Cleanliness and Plantation Drive Held in Drass

Drass, May 30, 2025 – A cleanliness drive was organized today at Zero Point, Drass, led by the Forest Department in collaboration with the Wildlife Department Kargil, Tehsil Office Drass, Rural Development Department Drass, Ladakh Pollution Control Committee, Soil Conservation Division Kargil, and the Drass Taxi Union.

The event began with a pledge by all participants to uphold environmental responsibility.

SDM Drass Mr. Vishal Atri and Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Mr. Shakeel Ahmad...

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Ladakh Celebrates Goa Statehood Day

Leh, May 30, 2025: Goa Statehood Day was celebrated with full fervour at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative, in the presence of staff from the LG Secretariat and Raj Niwas.

Goa’s Foundation Day, also known as Goa Statehood Day, is celebrated annually on May 30th. This day commemorates the day Goa became the 25th state of India in 1987. It celebrates Goa’s rich history, its liberation from Portuguese rule, and its cultural and administrati...

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Nubra Valley Celebrates Environment Week with Cleanliness and Plantation Drives

Nubra, 30 may, 2025: The Forest Ecology and Environment Department officially launched Environment Week on 30th May with a series of impactful activities aimed at promoting environmental awareness and conservation across Nubra Valley.

The week-long initiative commenced with a cleanliness drive at Khardung La Top, one of the highest motorable passes in the world. The event saw enthusiastic participation from tourists, Army personnel, and department officials, highlighting a strong communit...

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Leh Gears Up for Digital Land Management with New Portal Training

LEH, May 30, 2025 – The Additional Deputy Commissioner Leh Ghulam Mohd (JKAS), today inaugurated a training session for Ladakh Land Record Portal at the DC Office Conference Hall, Leh. This initiative marks a significant step forward in modernizing land management and record-keeping across the region.

The training, conducted by experts from RAMTeCH, equipped the Revenue Officers from Leh district with necessary skills to utilize the new digital platform. This training was essential for Us...

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Kargil Gears Up for Week-Long World Environment Day Celebrations

Kargil, May 29, 2025 – Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho today chaired a preparatory meeting in his office chamber with District Officers and stakeholders to finalize arrangements for the week-long celebration of World Environment Day scheduled from May 30 to June 5 across Kargil District.

The meeting was attended by Project Officer, Wages (ACD), Headquarter Assistant to DC, Executive Officer, Municipal Committee (MC), Kargil; Divisional Forest Officer; District Y...

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