Advisor UT Ladakh Chairs Meeting to Review 4G Saturation Project

Leh, May 02: The Advisor to the Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr Pawan Kotwal presided over a meeting to discuss the ongoing implementations of the 4G Saturation Project in the Union Territory of Ladakh. 271 4G BTS/Tower sites have been sanctioned under this project to provide voice/data connectivity to uncovered villages & hamlets of UT Ladakh. The project aims to enhance digital connectivity across Ladakh, ensuring that both Leh and Kargil districts are equipped with high-speed 4G internet se...

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Awareness Programme on ‘Drugs and Substance Abuse’ held at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Leh

Leh, May 2: The Department of Information and Public Relations in collaboration with the Education Department, Health Department and Ladakh Police, Leh today organised an awareness programme on ‘Drugs and Substance Abuse’ at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Leh.

The programme is in continuation with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, GoI and Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh’s concerted effort to address the pressing issue of drug menace. This awareness campaign on drug and substanc...

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Review meeting of schemes taken up by Rural Development Department

Leh, May 1: The Director of the Rural Development Department, Syed Sajjad Qadri, Ladakh held a meeting to review the Financial/Physical progress of schemes taken up in the Rural Development Department in the DC Conference Hall on May 01.

The main agenda of the meeting was to review the physical and financial progress under the special development package, review the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM), National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Ac...

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JD sheep husbandry inspects and examines livestock strength at Changluk breeding farm

Leh, April 29: The Joint Director of the Sheep Husbandry Department, UT Ladakh Dr. Iftikhar Hussain visited Changluk Breeding Farm, Stakna, accompanied by District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Dr Tsewang Morup today on April 29.

Dr. Nasreen Fatima, a Veterinary Assistant Surgeon at CBF Stakna, welcomed the Joint Director and proceeded to give a detailed overview of the farm’s Livestock and Fodder section.

The Joint Director inspected and examined livestock strength, feed & fodder scale, pr...

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IAF airlifts two critically ill patient from Leh to Chandigarh

VoL Desk, April 28: In response to an urgent call for casualty evacuation, an An-32 transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) airlifted two critically ill patients from Leh to Chandigarh for immediate medical attention.

Despite challenging weather conditions, the coordinated efforts of the IAF and local civil administration played a pivotal role in saving two lives.

Among the patients were one victim of a road accident and another experiencing cardiac issues.

World Veterinary Day celebrated in Leh

Leh, April 27: The Department of Animal Husbandry, Leh commemorated World Veterinary Day today on April 27.

The theme for this year, ‘Veterinarians Are Essential Health Workers’ highlighted the multifaceted contributions of veterinary professionals that extend far beyond traditional animal care.

Director, Animal Husbandry, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries (ASH&F), Dr Mohd Iqbal emphasized the pivotal role of veterinarians in ensuring the health and welfare of both animals and humans. 

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Higher Ed. Dept. & IITs Offer Internship and Sponsored M. Tech. Program Opportunity for Ladakh St. for 2024

Leh, April 28: Continuing the groundbreaking initiative started in 2022, the Department of Higher Education, UT Ladakh announced the Internship and sponsored M Tech program for 2024 for students in prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) of Kanpur, Delhi, and Bombay.

Applications are now open for internship and sponsored M. Tech. program for the Academic Session 2024-25 and students must apply online at https://www.iitk.ac.in/doaa/ladakh/.

The programs are open to students s...

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Successful Vaccination and Health Screening for Leh District Haj Pilgrims

Leh, 27 April:  A significant milestone was achieved in ensuring the safety and well-being of Leh district pilgrims undertaking the Haj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. Under the vigilant supervision of the State Immunization Officer, Ladakh, Dr. Iqbal Ahmad; DY CMO Leh/i/c DIO Skarma P. Yontan and Medical officer, Leh, Dr. Chhimet Angmo; beneficiaries from Leh Town, Phyang, and Choglamsar received essential vaccinations at CMO office Leh.

In line with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare...

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Expenditure Observer Gajendra Singh chairs meeting with Election Officers


Leh, Apr 27The Expenditure Observer, Gajendra Singh (IRS) appointed to 1-Ladakh Parliamentary Constituency chaired a meeting with the Election Officers today on April 27 at DC Conference Hall, DC office.

Along with the Expenditure Officer, Returning Officer, Santosh Sukhadeve and Assistant Returning Officer, Ghulam Mohd (JKAS) were also present during the meeting.

The meeting began with a briefing by Nodal Officer, Election Expenditure Monitoring, 

Dr Zulfikar Ali about the traini...

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Expenditure Observer appointed for 1-Ladakh Parliamentary Constituency 

Leh, Apr 26For the upcoming Lok Sabha elections 2024, the Expenditure Observer has been appointed for 1-Ladakh Parliamentary Constituency to monitor election spending by candidates and political parties.

The appointed Expenditure Observer Gajendra Singh (IRS) will be available at his office, Tourism, Silk Route Guest House, near General Post Office, Leh.

The contact information for the Expenditure Observer will be 9320626120 and the landline contact number will be 01982-252099.

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