ADC Kargil reviews arrangements for Shab-e-Qadr, other events

Kargil April 08, 2023: Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Wani today convened a meeting with concerned officers/officials and religious organizations to review arrangements for Shab-e-Qadr, commemoration of Martyrdom Day of Hazrat Ali (AS) on 21st Ramadan, Jumu’atul-Wida and Eid-ul-Fitr.      

The religious organizations requested the district administration to make necessary arrangements for the upcoming Shabs, processions, Jumu’atul-Wida and Eid-ul-Fitr (2023).

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EC Health Mohsin Ali calls on LG Ladakh, Brig. B.D. Mishra at Raj Niwas

Kargil, April 08, 2022: Executive Councilor, Health, LAHDC, Kargil Mohsin Ali today met the Lieutenant Governor (LG) UT Ladakh, Brig. (Dr.) B.D. Mishra (Retd) at Raj Niwas Ladakh and discussed various issues relating to Shakar Chiktan Sub Division and the department’s assigned to him in LAHDC Kargil and put forth some requests.

During the meeting, EC Mohsin put forth some issues related to the Sub Division like mobile network tower especially in Hagniss and Kukshow.

He also requested f...

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Visual Delight: Apricot Blossom Festival 2023 begins at Garkone

Kargil, April 08, 2022: Department of Tourism Kargil today organized a colourful Apricot Blossom (Chuli Menndoq) festival at Garkone village in Kargil.

On the occasion, Tehsildar Kargil Kacho Asgar Ali, Assistant Director Tourism, Aga Syed Taha besides large number of national and international tourists, vloggers, village community members, PRI members, cultural artists were present on the occasion.  

Speaking on the occasion, the AD Tourism welcomed all the guests, tourists both natio...

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G20 Presidency celebration held at GMDC Zanskar

Kargil April 08, 2023: With regard to the series of events concerning India’s G20 Presidency, Govt. Model Degree College Zanskar today held one day convention on Environment and Sustainable Development at the college campus.

The program was organized in collaboration with Tibetan School Alumini Association Zanskar (TSAAZ). Thukjey Geleck and Lobzang Tsewang, both members of the association were the guest speakers.

In his speech, Thukjey Geleck stressed on importance of universal brothe...

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Market checking squad imposes Rs 3000 fine on defaulters in Khaltse

Leh, April 7: A market checking squad made a surprise inspection of the general stores, restaurants/hotels, vegetable sellers, and chicken sellers at the Khaltse market on the direction of SDM Khaltse, Suhail Ahmad.

The inspection squad was headed by Naib Tehsildar Wanla, Mohd Ali; Tehsil Supply Officer, FCS & CA Department Khaltse, Tsering Angdus;  SHO, Ladakh Police Khaltse, Feroz Khan; Assistant Sub-Inspector, Skarma Choldan; Assistant Sub Inspector, Mohd Hussain; Head Constable (HC), ...

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LG chairs meeting to discuss construction of Multipurpose Hall and Hostels at UoL campus

VoL Desk, April 06: Hon’ble Lt. Gov Brig (Dr) BD Mishra chaired a meeting to discuss the construction of a Multipurpose Hall, Hostels, recreational space, and other entities as part of the University of Ladakh campus.

The Lt. Governor was apprised that the Multipurpose Hall has been designed as per Sports Authority of India (SAI) guidelines.

During the meeting, Lt. Governor BD Mishra inquired about the details regarding hostel capacity, mess facilities, and emphasized the need to con...

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State Legal Service Authority Member Secretary discusses legal and social issues with LG Ladakh

VoL Desk, April 07: Hon’ble Lt. Gov Brig (Dr) BD Mishra discussed with State Legal Service Authority Member Secretary Spalzes Angmo about legal and social issues in Ladakh, including a recent case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in Leh, during a meeting held recently.

The Lt. Governor was apprised that a Special Court under the Act is ensuring speedy trial of the said case.

Additionally, the meeting also highlighted the increasing number of dog-bite c...

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DC Santosh chairs meeting on measures to control Stray Dog Menace in Kargil

Kargil April 06, 2023: Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil Santosh Sukhadeve today chaired a meeting in his officer chamber to discuss stray dog menace in the district.

During the meeting, DC Santosh took a detailed assessment of the issue with regard to the population of dogs and dog bite cases in the district.

Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to constitute a committee and meticulously deal with the issue in accordance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ac...

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Assessment Camp for Senior citizens, PwDs held at Khaltse

Leh, April 06: Social Welfare Department, Leh in collaboration with Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) organised an assessment camp for the Senior citizens and Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) of Khaltse block under Assistance to Disabled Persons (ADIP) Scheme and Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (RVY) Scheme at SDM Conference Hall Khaltse today.

Around 100 beneficiaries, including both senior citizens and PwDs were assessed during the said camp.

Tehsil Social Welfar...

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Failure to Evacuate Power from Ladakh Hydro Projects Lead to Loss of Rs 16.45 Crore: CAG Report

VoL Desk, April 06: According to recent findings by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, the Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation (JKPDC) failed to evacuate power from a hydro-electric project in Ladakh, resulting in a revenue loss of Rs 16.45 crore.

The corporation also did not impose a penalty on defaulting Independent Power Producers (IPPs) to the tune of Rs 12.60 crore, despite explicit provisions in the Hydro Policy.

The construction of two hydro-electr...

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