Kargil, October 27/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, along with the Hon’ble Executive Councillor for RDD, Cooperative, FCS&CA and ZDA, Er Ponchuk Tashi and Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, Councillor Barsoo constituency Sheikh Ansari conducted an extensive tour of Barsoo Block to inspect ongoing developmental works and review the activities being carried out by various departments.
In a hist...
Kargil, October 23/ VOL News Desk/ The Kargil Jan Hit Camp, an integrated mega awareness and outreach programme aimed at reaching unemployed youth, artisans, and entrepreneurs of far-flung areas, concluded successfully today at the Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium, Kargil. The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh graced the valedictory session as the Chief Guest, marking the successful culmination of the month-long initiative held across 31 Gram Panchayats from 10th September to 16th October ...
Leh, October 21/ VOL News Desk/ Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today conducted an on-site inspection of the 12 MW Solar Power Project at Phey, Leh. This landmark project, being developed by the Ladakh Power Development Department (LPDD), marks a significant milestone in the Union Territory’s efforts to harness renewable energy and promote sustainable development across the region.
During the visit, Shri Kavinder Gupta reviewed the technical, operational, and logistica...
Kargil, Oct 17/ VOL News Desk/ The Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and the Apex Body of Leh have jointly called for a peaceful, silent protest and a three-hour blackout across Ladakh on Saturday to express solidarity with the families of martyrs, those critically injured, and the youth currently under detention.
As per the organizers, the silent march in Kargil will commence at Changraa Bazar at 10:00 a.m., where participants will gather before proceeding towards Zainabia Chowk and then ...
Leh, Oct 13/ VOL News Desk/ Ladakh has immense potential to become a premier winter sports destination driven by its geographical terrain and extreme winter conditions. The region needs adequate winter sports infrastructure and connectivity to attract both domestic and international winter sports lovers, thereby promoting Ladakh as an adventure and winter sports destination, with a special focus on boosting winter tourism to boost livelihood opportunities of the locals.
This was stated by...
VOL News Desk/ The Department of Tourism, Union Territory of Ladakh has invited tenders from eligible agencies for the execution of two (02) major tourism infrastructure projects in Mushkoo Valley, Kargil, under the Challenge Based Destination Development (CBDD) Scheme, Sub-Scheme of Swadesh Darshan 2.0.
The details of the tenders are as follows:
1. NIT No. 37
• Name of Work: Selection of an Agency for Design and Execution of Physical Interventions in Mushkoo Valley, Kargil.
• Pr...
Leh, Oct 09/ VOL News Desk/ In a significant development reflecting the return of peace and stability, the Union Territory of Ladakh has witnessed complete restoration of normalcy with uninterrupted internet services, smooth functioning of educational institutions, and resumption of public transport and other civic activities, as restrictions in Ladakh have been lifted in view of the people’s cooperation and responsible behavior.
Chairing a high-level security review meeting here today, t...
I write as a young person from Kargil, assertions not as political commentaries but as considerations for the next generation who will inherit this land after us. I write because silence in the face of injustice is complicity; because the youth of Ladakh deserve to see their story told in their own words. I have seen democracy die twice in my motherland. Twice have I looked on aghast as freedom and representation disappeared into thin air.
5 August 2019: The Day Democracy Was Disfigured
...Leh, Oct 06/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, emphasised transforming Ladakh into a top winter tourism and adventure sports hub, highlighting the need for sustainable development, modern infrastructure, promotion of local talent, and creating employment opportunities while preserving the region’s unique natural and cultural heritage.
The Hon’ble Lt Governor chaired a meeting attended by Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Chief Secretary, and Bhanu Prabha, IAS, Secr...
Leh, Oct 04/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a high-level security review meeting to assess the prevailing security scenario in UT Ladakh.
During the meeting, senior officials of the UT Administration, Ladakh Police, Army, and Central Armed Police Forces briefed the Lt Governor about the present situation.
Speaking at the meeting, the Lieutenant Governor said, “The Administration is committed to maintaining peace, safety, and...
