BRO Salutes the Supreme Sacrifice of Spr Mahesh N Wali on Strategic Ladakh Road

VoL Desk, Dec. 14: In a heartfelt message, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has mourned the loss of Spr Mahesh N Wali of 13 BRTF (7 Engr Regt), who made the ultimate sacrifice on December 14, 2024.

He was operating a 20-ton rock breaker on the strategic Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road in Ladakh when the tragic incident occurred.

Spr Wali’s bravery and dedication in the harsh terrain of the third axis to Leh, where temperatures plummeted to -20°C, stand as a testament to his unwavering commitme...

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526 cases settled in 4th National Lok Adalat held across UT of Ladakh

Leh, December 14, 2024: In a continued pursuit of delivering timely and affordable justice, Ladakh Legal Services Authority, under the distinguished leadership of Hon’ble Justice Tashi Rabstan, Chief Justice , High Court of J&K and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief), Hon’ble Justice Sanjeev Kumar,Executive Chairman, Ladakh Legal Services Authority, and guidance of Hon’ble Justice Rajesh Oswal, Chairman, High Court Legal Services Committee, today organized the 4th National Lok Adalat of the current c...

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DC Kargil chairs meeting on AN-32 Kargil Courier Service

Kargil,December 13, 2024: Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Shrikant Suse chaired follow up meeting to review the operational arrangements for the AN-32 Kargil Courier Service during current winter season. Senior officers of IAF representing HQ WAC, HQ AOC JK-Udhampur, Jammu, Chandigarh,Srinagar & Kargil Stations as well as chief coordinator AN-32 courier service Er. Aamir Ali attended the meetingThe meeting deliberated on various points such as frequency of flights, additional requirements, secur...

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Preventive Action Needed to Avert a Disaster at Kabadi Nallah, Fatima Chowk.

By Mussa Tumaily

Kabadi Nallah near Fatima Chowk has become a ticking time bomb, posing a significant threat to public safety. A recent incident in this area has already sounded the alarm about the dangers lurking in plain sight. Yet, the risks persist as the wall near the nallah, made of loose soil, is once again on the verge of collapse. With shops lining the area and pedestrians frequenting the vicinity, the situation demands immediate attention from concerned authorities before anothe...

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Union Minister releases book authored by LG Ladakh in New Delhi

The 320-page Battles Against Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in Sri Lanka has been published by Prabhat Prakashan

Leh, Dec 11, 2024: The Hon’ble Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju released the book, ‘Battles Against Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (L.T.T.E.) In Sri Lanka’ authored by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), in the presence of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Indian Armed Forces, Gene...

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Div Com Kashmir reviews management of vehicular movement through Zojila Pass

Emphasizes on close coordination & synergy among agencies to regulate traffic according to weather conditions

Srinagar, Dec 13 (GNS): In view of plummeting temperatures and frosty condition of road connecting UT of Ladakh with UT of J&K through Zojila Pass, the Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Friday convened a meeting of concerned officers & agencies regarding the opening and closure of the Pass.

Addressing the meeting, Divisional Commissioner exhor...

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DC Leh reviews preparedness for Good Governance Week 2024

Leh, December 13, 2024: The Deputy Commissioner Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve, reviews preparedness for Good Governance Week 2024 with the theme ‘Prashasan Gaon ki Aur’ at VC Room, DC Office, Leh on December 13.During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner Leh briefed the SDMs and Tehsildars about the Prashasan Gaon Ki Aur programme under the Good Governance Week which is going to take place from December 19-24, 2024. He informed that from December 11-18, 2024 is the preparatory phase, while from...

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DC Leh approved 59 Time Bound Promotions and 20 Functional Promotions

Leh, December 12, 2024: The Deputy Commissioner Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve chaired a meeting with District Level Committee to review the Functional/ Non-Functional Promotions and Compassionate Appointments under SRO-43 on December 12 at VC Room, DC Office, Leh.DC, Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve granted a total of 59 Time Bound Promotions and 20 functional promotions during the meeting. The promotions included 29 cases of Time Bound Promotions in the Power Development Department, 21 cases in Medical Depa...

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Truck Driver Missing on Journey from Leh to Manali, Family Seeks Public Help

VoL Desk, December 13: A truck traveling from Leh to Manali has gone missing, according to the brother of the truck driver, who reached out to the Voice of Ladakh correspondent for assistance and to raise awareness.

The brother of the missing driver contacted Voice of Ladakh by phone, appealing for help and requesting that the news be broadcasted on the channel. He explained that the truck, bearing the registration number HP 78-2680, departed from Leh for Himachal Pradesh on December 6. T...

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NH 301 in TSG Block Remains Snowbound, Residents Call for Immediate Action

By: Mohammad Hassanain

Kargil, December 12: The condition of NH 301 in the TSG Block, situated approximately 25 kilometers from Kargil town, has become a matter of grave concern for residents and commuters. The road remains covered in snow and ice, making it extremely hazardous for vehicular movement. Slippery surfaces have led to vehicles skidding, further exacerbating safety risks.

Local residents have expressed disappointment with the administration and the area’s three councilors f...

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