Checking Squad Inspects Kargil Markets, Ensures Compliance with Norms

Kargil, February 2, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ In compliance with the directions of the District Administration, Kargil, a joint inspection was conducted on February 2, 2026, in the Kargil Main Market to ensure adherence to prescribed quality standards, fair pricing, and proper hygiene practices.

The inspection covered vegetable vendors, retail shops, restaurants, and tea stalls. The joint team comprised officials from the Food Safety Department, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA)...

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Three-Day State Level GPDP Training Programme Concludes in Kargil

Kargil, January 31/ VOL News Desk/ The three-day State Level Training Programme on the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP) under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) successfully concluded today in Kargil.

The programme was conducted from January 29 to January 31, 2026, with the objective of strengthening grassroots planning and governance across the Union Territory of Ladakh.

The programme was organized as per the directions of Shri Syed Sajjad Qadri (JKAS), Director, ...

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DC Kargil Chairs DLAC Meeting on Food Safety and Healthy Diets

Kargil, January 31, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Advisory Committee (DLAC) to review and deliberate on issues related to food safety and the promotion of healthy dietary practices across the district.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Superintendent of Police, Chief Medical Officer, Chief Agriculture Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer, Assistant Director FCS&CA, District Programme Officer ICDS, ...

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District Administration of Kargil distributes ration among drivers/helpers of stranded vehicles

Kargil, February 01, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ On the instructions of Deputy Commissioner/ CEO-LAHDC, Kargil, ration was distributed among drivers and helpers of various vehicles stranded in Kargil Town on account of the inclement weather. 

The exercise was supervised by Additional Deputy Commissioner/ CEO, District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Imteeaz Kacho with the help of District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) and staff of DDMA. 

Kacho visited Shiliktchey where the stranded...

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EC Er. Phunchok Tashi Appreciates Ladakh Police for Swift Rescue Operation After Tragic NPD Road Accident

Kargil, January 31/ VOL News Desk/ The Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Phunchok Tashi has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the tragic road accident that occurred on January 29, 2026, on the Nimmu–Padum Road, wherein a private vehicle slipped into the Zanskar River, resulting in the unfortunate loss of three precious lives including Lambardar Lingshed Sh Nawang Stanzin. 

Er. Phunchok Tashi termed the incident as deeply heartbreaking and extended his heartfelt condolences to...

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DC Kargil Flags Off Artisans and Entrepreneurs to participate in Enchanting Ladakh at Dilli Haat

Kargil, January 31, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar today flagged off artisans of the Handloom & Handicrafts sector and entrepreneurs associated with the District Industries Centre (DIC), Kargil to participate in the 7th edition of Enchanting Ladakh at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi.

On the occasion, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, General Manager, DIC Kargil, Shafiq Ahmad, Tehsildar Kargil, Ayaz Ahmad Bhat, besides other officials from va...

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Shrikant Suse, Former DC Kargil, Presents Award-Winning Governance Initiatives at National Webinar

Kargil, January 30, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ On the occasion of the 34th National Good Governance Webinar, former Deputy Commissioner of Kargil, Shrikant Suse, IAS—currently serving as Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara (Jammu & Kashmir)—delivered a presentation as an awardee under the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2023 on behalf of Kargil District. The presentation was virtually made from Kupwara before officials of the Ministry and senior officers and District Magist...

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IKMT Holds Seminar on “The Constitution of India and Our Responsibilities”


On the occasion of Republic Day, a detailed and informative seminar titled “The Constitution of India and Our Responsibilities” was organised today by the Guroh Tabyin, Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), Kargil. The objective of the seminar was to raise awareness about the Constitution of India, particularly among the youth, and to promote a sense of civic and social responsibility.

Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), Kargil, Shafiq Ahmad attended the programme as the Chief Guest, whi...

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CEC Kargil Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Flags Off UT Ladakh U-17 Karate Team for 69th National School Games

Kargil, January 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today flagged off the UT Ladakh Under-17 Karate Team (Boys & Girls) for their participation in the 69th National School Games, to be held at Pune, Maharashtra.

The team is being deputed by the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSSO), UT Ladakh. A total of 10 athletes, comprising 4 boys and 6 girls, will rep...

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77th Republic Day Celebrated with Patriotic Fervour at Biamathang, Kargil

Kargil, January 26, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The 77th Republic Day of India was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit at Biamathang, Kargil, in the presence of public representatives, religious leaders, senior government officers, Army officials, students, and a large number of citizens.

The National Flag was unfurled by the Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon. Prominent dignitaries present on the occasion included Executive Councill...

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