VOL News Desk/ Khomeini Tower, Kargil, 05-11-2025 – A Landmark Step Towards Sustainable Development in Ladakh. BZB IKMT successfully organized a formal handover ceremony for the Detailed Project Report (DPR) on the Integrated Agriculture Development of Kaksar village. The event, held on 05/11/2025, marked a significant milestone in the collaborative efforts between the organization and the community. Presided over by the Hon’ble Chairman of IKMT, Hujjatul Islam Aqa-e-Sheikh Sadiq Rajai, the ...
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CEC Kargil Inaugurates Upgradation of Gov High School Saliskote to Higher Sec School
Kargil, November 04/ VOL News Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today inaugurated the upgradation of Government High School Saliskote to Government Higher Secondary School.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by Member of Parliament (Ladakh) Hanifa Jaan, Executive Councillors Aga Syed Mujtaba and Zakir Hussain, Secretary Higher Education Bhanu Prabha, Councillor Sajjad Khan, Councillor Aga Syed Ali, Director Education UT Ladakh, and other offic...
Students of GMS Minji Shine in Play Highlighting Human-Animal Harmony
Kargil, November 04/ VOL News Desk/ On the concluding day of the 20-day theatre workshop, Government Middle School Gongma Minji, Kargil, put up a thought-provoking stage show titled “Jahaan Sapne Sach Lagte Hain” in collaboration with Theatre in Education (T.I.E.) Srinagar (J&K), National School of Drama (NSD). The workshop and performance were organized by renowned actor, director and NSD Alumni Kacho Ahmad Khan. The workshop was held in the school while the stage performance was held in th...
Inaugural Ladakh UT Kho Kho Championship marks a milestone in indigenous sports development
Kargil, November 5/ VOL News Desk/ The inaugural Ladakh Union Territory Kho Kho Championship 2025 concluded today at the University of Ladakh, Kargil Campus, marking a historic milestone in expanding India’s indigenous sport to one of the country’s highest regions. The event was organized by the Ladakh Kho Kho Association under the aegis of the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), with support from the University of Ladakh.
The two-day championship witnessed enthusiastic participation from...
MP Haneefa Visits Various Villages; Emphasizes Development Through Tourism and Horticulture
Kargil, November 03/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Member of Parliament took an extensive tour of several villages, including Stiyangkung, Karchykhar, Lalung, Thasgam, Hambri, Thang, Brakoo, and Thuvina, to assess local needs, interact with residents, and review developmental challenges faced by the people.
During the visit, the MP patiently listened to the villagers’ concerns and assured them of his continued support and intervention at both Council and Central levels.
At Stiyangkung, t...
One-Day Stakeholders’ Meet & Workshop on “Opportunities in Cultivation of Medicinal Plants in Ladakh”
The event was graced by Aga Syed Mujtaba, Hon’ble Executive Councillor (Agriculture), LAHDC Kargil, as the Chief Guest. Among the other dignitaries present were Prof. T.H. Masoodi, Nodal Coordinator, RCFC; Dr. Mohammad Mehdi, Chief Scientist and Head, KVK (Zanskar); Dr. Faizan Ahmad, Dean, SAS&T,Kargil, University of Ladakh; Shri Ashiq Hussain, Chief Agriculture Officer, Kargil; Shri Ali Raza, Chief Horticulture Officer, Kargil; and Shri Niyaz Hussain, Ranger, Forest Department, Kargil. Scie...
Training Programme on SIR Mapping for BLOs Commences in Kargil
Kargil, November 03/ VOL News Desk/ Training programme for Booth Level Officers of Tai-Suru and Drass Tehsils was successfully conducted at Conference Hall, TFC Kargil.
The inaugural session was inaugurated by Master Trainer Mohd Amin election Assistant who emphasized the critical role of BLOs in maintaining the integrity of the electoral roll and the need for precise SIR mapping to avoid duplication or misallocation of voters.
Officials from the Election Department, Mr Karbalai demons...
CEC Kargil Inaugurates Macadamized Link Road at KVK Kargil
Kargil, November 01/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, inaugurated the newly macadamized link road at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil.
The inauguration marks the fulfillment of the Hon’ble CEC’s earlier commitment to KVK Kargil, aimed at improving accessibility and strengthening the institute’s agricultural research and outreach activities.
During the event, the Hon’ble CEC interacted with Prof. Nazir A...
MP Ladakh Jan Tours Barsoo Constituency; Becomes First MP Ladakh to Visit Last Village Itchoo
Kargil, November 2/ VOL News Desk/ Member of Parliament (MP) Ladakh, Mohmad Haneefa Jan, today undertook an extensive tour of Barsoo Constituency, visiting several villages including the last village, Itchoo becoming the first MP from Ladakh to visit the area where road connectivity is yet to be established.
The MP was accompanied by Councillor Barsoo, SDM Sankoo, and district officers and officials from various departments.
At Bartoo, villagers raised demands for ST line shifting, sch...
Second Confluence of the Balti Community Held in Kargil, Ladakh
Kargil, November 2/ VOL News Desk/ The Himalayan Cultural Heritage Foundation (HCHF), in collaboration with the Association of Baltis in Himalayan Ladakh and Territories of Indus (ABHLTI), successfully organized the Second Confluence of Balti Culture in Kargil on Sunday.
This event followed the first edition held in Uttarakhand in 2023, which was highly acclaimed for its success. The theme of this year’s confluence was “Reflecting on the Balti Cultural Heritage: Challenges and New Direct...