Memorandum from the AKSAD to the Hon’ble LG of Ladakh on Key Educational and Student Welfare Issues

Shri Kavinder Gupta
Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Union Territory of Ladakh.

Your Excellency,

November 5, 2025

MEMORANDUM

The All Kargil (Ladakh) Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD) respectfully submits this memorandum to request your immediate attention and benevolent intervention concerning several critical issues impacting the educational opportunities and welfare of the student community from Ladakh as follows; .

1. Establishment of a Full-Fledged Government Degree College in...

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Venue: Hotel Gulmarg, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
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