Continuation of Anti-Encroachment Drive and Road Safety Enforcement in Kargil Town

Kargil, January 6, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ In continuation of the ongoing anti-encroachment drive under the directions of the Worthy Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, an enforcement drive was conducted today on 6th January 2026 in Kargil town along the stretch from Iqbal Bridge to Petrol Pump via Andoh.

The drive was jointly carried out by the Tehsildar Kargil, Naib Tehsildar Kargil, Station House Officer, Police Station Kargil, Municipal Committee (MC) Kargil, and the Traffic Police Kargil. The ...

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Chief Secretary chairs review meeting on Ladakh Land Records Portal

Leh, January 7, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a detailed review meeting on the recently launched Ladakh Land Records (LaLR) Portal, aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in land revenue administration across the UT.

During the meeting, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Shri Shabir Hussain from the Revenue Department gave a comprehensive presentation on the functioning of the Ladakh Land Re...

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Various delegations call on LG Ladakh

Leh, January 7/ VOL News Desk/ Several delegations called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat today, raising key concerns related to livelihoods, infrastructure, administrative status, and sports development.

A delegation from Ladakh Transport Cooperative Society met with the Lieutenant Governor and submitted their demands.

Similarly, members from Shachukul village, Nimoo, Basgo, Ney villages also met with Shri Kav...

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Ladakh LG Kavinder Gupta Meets PM Modi, Discusses Public Welfare and Developmental Priorities

New Delhi, Jan 5/ VOL News Desk/ The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today met Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi and held detailed discussions on the overall development and welfare of the region.

During the meeting, the Lt Governor briefed the Prime Minister on key developmental initiatives, welfare schemes, and major infrastructure projects currently underway in Ladakh. He highlighted efforts being made to strengthen road a...

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Ladakh LG Visits Buddha Relics Exhibition, Announces Plans to Bring Them to Region New

Delhi, Jan 5/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today visited the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex to witness the Grand International Exposition of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Bhagwan Buddha. 

The exhibition, titled “The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One” was recently inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, showcasing priceless relics that have returned to India after more than a century, markin...

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Chief Secretary Shri Ashish Kundra interacts with JKAS Officers in Leh

Leh, January 05, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today held an interactive session with JKAS officers posted in Leh district. The interaction aimed at fostering open dialogue, understanding ground realities, and strengthening people-centric governance in the region.

During the meeting, the Chief Secretary took brief introductions from all officers and encouraged them to freely share their views and experiences. Emphasising a n...

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DCPU Kargil Organises Exposure Tour of CCIs Children to Delhi

Kargil, January 04, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, today flagged off an exposure tour of children from Child Care Institutions (CCIs), organised by the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Kargil, at the Council Secretariat, Kargil. The exposure tour is sponsored by the Tribal Research Institute (TRI), University of Ladakh.

Present on the occasion were, Director, Tribal Research Institute, University of Ladakh, Dr Jaffar Ali Khan, Chairperson C...

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Chief Secretary Sh. Ashish Kundra undertakes public outreach & reviews key development Works in Ladakh

Leh, January 03, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, IAS, undertook his first official visit today to review developmental initiatives and strengthen public outreach across Likir, Alchi, and Leh, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to participatory governance, heritage conservation, and sustainable development.

The visit began with the Chief Secretary’s arrival at Likir Sub-Division, where he was accorded a warm welcome by the...

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LG Gupta Marks New Year 2026 with Visits to Hemis Monastery & Maitri Geriatric Home, Pledges Buddha Relics Darshan and Elderly Welfare

Leh, January 1, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ On the auspicious beginning of New Year 2026, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today visited the iconic Hemis Monastery and the Maitri Geriatric Home at the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Devachan Campus, Choglamsar. The visit was marked by prayers, interaction with senior citizens, and a message of peace, compassion and inclusive development.

At Hemis Monastery, founded in 1630 by Staktsang Raspa Nawan...

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LG Kavinder Gupta releases Lok Niwas Annual Calendar

Leh, January 1/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today released the Annual Calendar titled “Yargyas Ladakh: Marching Towards a Prosperous Future” at Lok Niwas, in the presence of Chief Secretary Shri Ashish Kundra and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, Prof. Saket Kushwaha.

The vibrant calendar comprehensively showcases major festivals and events celebrated across the Union Territory, while also highlighting key transformative initia...

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