KARGIL/ZOJILA, June 9/ VOL News Desk/ A historic “breakthrough” is expected today in the Zojila Tunnel—one of the country’s most important infrastructural and strategic projects that connects Ladakh with the Kashmir Valley and other parts of the country in all weather conditions. This is being termed as an extraordinary and memorable milestone for the people of Ladakh, especially the Kargil district. This approximately 14-kilometer-long tunnel is counted among Asia’s longest bi-directional h...
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PCLS Kargil celebrated Mendoq rGyaspa “Purig pi Zbyardus” with cultural fervor, Launched Script for Purgi Language and First KSK Memorial Literary Award
VOL News Desk/ Purig Cultural and Literary Society Kargil celebrated annual Mendoq rGyaspa “Purig pi Zbyardus” in collaboration with Ladakh Academy of Art Culture and Languages Kargil at Amphitheatre TFC Kargil on June 6th 2026.
The event was organised in two sessions. The first session was held at 4:00 pm and attend by a large number of poets, artists and cultural enthusiasts. Dr. Mohammad Jaffar Akhoon, Honb’le Chairman and Chief Executive Councilor LAHDC-Kargil was the chief guest on the o...
DC Drass visits Segregation Shed of Drass Block under Swachh Gaon Surakshit Jalvayu Campaign
Drass, June 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ As part of the ongoing Swachh Gaon Surakshit Jalvayu Campaign, the Deputy Commissioner of Drass, Imteeaz Kacho today visited the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Centre near Lamochan Bridge to take stock of the functioning of the facility and assess the progress of waste management initiatives being undertaken in Drass District. He was accompanied by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Vishal Atri.
During the visit, the Block Development Officer, Drass, Dr. Moh...
Infosys Foundation Creating Employment Opportunities for the Youth of Kargil
VOL News Desk/ The Youth Acceleration Program, Kargil, supported through the CSR initiative of Infosys Foundation and implemented by Third Planet Foundation, is providing local youth with free 3-month skill training, career guidance, personality development, job placement assistance, and entrepreneurship support.
As part of this initiative, the Chani Gund Battalion Unit of the Indian Army is facilitating an after-school training program focused on youth development. In addition, transport...
Historic Breakthrough: Ladakh Inches Closer to Democracy and Statehood
Leh, May 23, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ In a landmark development, the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have reached an in-principle understanding with the Government of India on restoring full democracy in Ladakh and granting special constitutional safeguards to the region.
According to a joint press note issued today, a high-level sub-committee comprising top representatives from LAB, KDA, and the Ministry of Home Affairs met to deliberate on the future administrative and ...
Directorate of Census Operations Signs MoU with University of Ladakh for Census Data Workstations in Leh & Kargil
May 17, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ In a major initiative aimed at promoting data-driven research, academic engagement and evidence-based policy formulation in Union Territory of Ladakh, the Directorate of Census Operations, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with University of Ladakh for establishment of two dedicated Census Data Workstations at the Leh and Kargil campuses of the University.
The MoU was signed by Shri Amit Sharma, IAS, Chief Principal C...
Sajjad Hussain Kargili Elected Co-Chairman of Kargil Democratic Alliance
VOL News Desk/ Kargil Democratic Alliance on Saturday unanimously elected Sajjad Hussain Kargili as its new Co-Chairman during a meeting held at Highland Resort in Kargil under the chairmanship of existing Co-Chairman Haji Asgar Ali Karbalai.
The meeting noted that the post of Co-Chairman had fallen vacant following the demise of veteran Jammu & Kashmir National Conference leader Late Qammar Ali Akhone. Members of the Alliance paid rich tributes to the departed leader and acknowledged his...
CEC Kargil Joins Awami Andolan Nasha Ke Khilaf Rally
Kargil, May 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today joined an awareness rally organised under Awami Andolan Nasha Ke Khilaf to campaign against drug abuse and other intoxicants. The rally was also attended by Member of Parliament, Ladakh Haji Hanifa Jan and the Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar.
A large number of people from different sections of society participated in the rally and raised strong slogans against th...
Commissioner Secretary PHE/I&FC Ladakh inspects Various Development Projects in Kargil
Kargil, May 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Commissioner Secretary, PHE/I&FC Department, Ladakh, visited Kargil and reviewed various urban infrastructure and public utility projects aimed at strengthening essential services in Kargil Town.
The Commissioner Secretary was accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, SE, PHE/I&FC, Kargil along with officers of the PHE Department, Municipal Committee, and Mechanical Department.
During the visit, the Commissioner Secretary inspected the existin...
Special Drive Initiated to Remove Unnecessary Poles and Hanging Wires in Kargil City
Kargil, May 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ District Administration Kargil has launched a special cleanliness and infrastructure improvement drive across Kargil town aimed at removing unnecessary electric poles, unused overhead wires, and other obsolete utility structures from various parts of the city.
The initiative is being carried out under the supervision and guidance of Additional District Development Commissioner, Ghulam Mohammad, with the objective of improving urban aesthetics, ensuring...