5th Anniversary of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan Celebrated in Kargil

Kargil, November 18/ VOL News Desk/ The 5th Anniversary Celebration of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) was observed with great enthusiasm today at the Conference Hall, Cooperative Office Baroo, Kargil. The program was organized by the District De-addiction Centre (DDAC), Kargil, in collaboration with the Social and Tribal Welfare Department, under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India.

The event was graced by the presence of Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kar...

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Kargil Cooperative Department Marks 72nd All India Cooperative Week with Focus on Society Revival

Kargil, November 18/ VOL News Desk/ As part of the 72nd All India Cooperative Week, being celebrated across the country to mark the International Year of Cooperatives, the Cooperative Department Kargil organized an event today.

The event was chaired by Dr. Sarwar Shahzad, Deputy Registrar Cooperatives, and was attended by all ARCs, Inspectors, Auditors, Supervisors, other officials, and members of various cooperative societies.

During the event, the Deputy Registrar Cooperatives placed...

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Oath ceremony held for nominated member of 5th LAHDC Kargil, Reyaz Ahmad Khan 

Kargil, November 17/ VOL News Desk/ The nominated member of the 5th Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, Adv. Reyaz Ahmad Khan sworn in today at Tourist Facilitation Centre, Kargil in a function organized by Election Authority, Kargil.

Principle, District and Session Judge Kargil, Spalzes Angmo who is prescribed authority administered oath to the fourth nominated member Adv. Reyaz Ahmad.

On the occasion of the oath taking ceremony, Principle, District and Session...

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EC Punchok Reviews Fertilizer Procurement Strategy with Cooperative Department Officials

Kargil, November 17/ VOL News Desk/ Executive Councillor for Cooperative, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi today convened a meeting with officials of the Cooperative Department to review and streamline the procurement and distribution of fertilizers for the next agricultural season.

During the meeting, the Executive Councillor emphasized that LAHDC Kargil is committed to gradually reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and promoting organic farming across the district. He stated that an ...

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NC, Congress Boycott Swearing-in Over Alleged Violation of Women’s Reserved Seat in LAHDC Kargil

Kargil, February 17, 2025 — A major political upheaval has struck Ladakh over the alleged violation of the Hill Council Act, where the National Conference (NC) and the Congress completely boycotted the swearing-in ceremony of the newly nominated Councilor, Advocate Reyaz Ahmad Khan, terming it a serious attack on women’s rights.

The significant announcement was made today by Member of Parliament and NC Ladakh President, Haji Mohammad Hanifa Jan, while speaking to the media after DISHA mee...

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MP Haneefa Jan Chairs DISHA Meeting in Kargil, Emphasizes Timely Implementation & Public Welfare 

Kargil, November 17/ VOL News Desk/ Member of Parliament, Ladakh, Haji Haneefa Jan, chaired the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting for the third quarter today at the Conference Hall Baroo, Kargil. The meeting was convened to review the overall performance and implementation status of various non-statutory Central Sponsored Schemes across the district, with a special focus on streamlining delivery and addressing ground-level issues. 

The session saw ...

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Kargil Celebrates the 150th Birth Anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda

Kargil, November 15/ VOL News Desk/ The 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, the revered tribal freedom fighter and social reformer was commemorated with great respect and enthusiasm today at the Auditorium Hall, Kargil. The event was organized by Tribal Research Institute, University of Ladakh in collaboration with Social and Tribal Welfare Department in to honor his extraordinary contributions to India’s freedom struggle and his relentless efforts to safeguard tribal rights, cul...

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Kargil Administration Pioneers Fair Access with First-Ever Hostel Entrance Examination

Kargil, November 16, 2025 – The District Administration, LAHDC Kargil, today successfully conducted its first-ever written entrance examination for admission to the Kargil Boys’ and Girls’ Hostels in Srinagar and Jammu, a landmark initiative that saw the participation of 415 students. 

This crucial step officially marks the implementation of the new Hostel Admission Guidelines, which are specifically designed to establish a transparent, fair, and uniform system for hostel access, thereby ...

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Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Celebrated at Rangdum with Focus on Wetland Conservation

Kargil, November 16/ VOL News Desk/ The Wildlife Division Kargil, in collaboration with local community representatives, celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas today at Rangdum. The event aimed to honour the rich tribal heritage of the region while highlighting the importance of conserving its unique natural ecosystems, particularly the high-altitude wetlands.

A key highlight of the programme was an informative session by wildlife staff, who spoke on the critical role wetlands play as the “lun...

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Administrative Secretary Sanjit Rodrigues Tours Drass Sub Division to Review Tourism Projects

Kargil, November 16/ VOL News Desk/ Shri Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, Administrative Secretary for Tourism & Culture, and Information & Public Relations, conducted an extensive tour of the Drass Subdivision and other key tourist attraction sites to review tourism-related projects.

The Secretary was accompanied by Rakesh Kumar, Deputy Commissioner/ CEO, LAHDC Kargil. Other officials included Er. Syed Mehdi, Executive Engineer, KDA; Er. Mansoor Hussain, Executive Engineer, R&B Kargil; and Mohd Al...

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