Leh Apex Body to resume hunger strike, announce march toward Skyangchu Thang

VoL Desk, April 13: The Leh Apex Body, in a recent press conference, has announced their decision to resume hunger strike in order to press for political demands of Ladakh. Encouraging widespread participation, they urged villagers to join the hunger strike, even amidst the ongoing farming season, emphasizing the importance of collective action.


Sonam Wangchuk emphasized the significance of their upcoming march towards Skyangchu Thang (Chang Thang) while highlighting the imminent threat t...

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Congress Councillors in Leh raise concern over tourism policy

VoL Desk, April 15: Opposition party councilors in Leh have voiced their concerns during a recent press conference regarding the registration process for hotels under the tourism policy, highlighting the absence of mandatory Ladakh Residential Certification (LRC). Emphasizing the significance of Ladakh’s inclusion in the sixth schedule of the constitution, the District Congress Committee reiterated the necessity to address this issue promptly.


They pointed out that since Ladakh attained t...

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DC, Leh Santosh Sukhadeve attends Apricot festival at Turtuk

Leh, Apr 14, 2024ː The Tourism Department, Leh organised Apricot Blossom Festival at Turtuk, Nubra on April 13.

Apricot blossom festival is celebrated every year in Ladakh when the pink flowers of Apricot trees bloom which is a sign of the onset of spring. For tourists it is an opportunity to experience local food and culture with the backdrop of exquisite pink flowers.

The festival was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve. He said that the main aim of celebrating...

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Excise dept. conducts search operation in Nubra Valley, recovers 94 cans of beer

Leh, April 15: In a continuous drive against illegal sale of liquor in UT Ladakh, the enforcement team of Excise Department of Union Territory of Ladakh conducted various search operations in Nubra valley on April 13.

During the course of search, one person was booked and 94 cans of Beer and 378 bottles of Indian made foreign liquor (IMFL) were recovered from his custody. Acting on a specific intelligence, the team, headed by Excise Inspector Zulfikar Ali assisted by SI Stanzin Gaychet, E...

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Drug awareness campaign organised at Lamdon school

Leh, Apr 12ː The Culture Section of Information Department, Leh in collaboration with the Education Department, Health Department and Ladakh Police, Leh organised a Drugs and Substance Abuse Awareness Campaign at Lamdon Model Senior Secondary School, Leh on April 12. This awareness campaign is a part of a series of anti-substance abuse drives.

The awareness campaign is an initiative of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, GoI and the Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh. T...

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Advisor Kotwal Chairs Virtual Meeting to Review Progress of Puga Geothermal Project

Leh, April 9, 2024: The Advisor to the Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr Kotwal chaired a pivotal virtual meeting to accurately evaluate the completion of the “Puga Geothermal Project.” The meeting aimed to scrutinize the status of the project, chart a comprehensive roadmap, and proactively identify and address potential challenges to its progress.

The meeting was marked by discussions and deliberations towards fostering sustainable energy solutions and strengthening regional development init...

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DM Leh withdraws Section 144 in the District

VoL Desk, April 09: The District Magistrate, Leh has ordered the withdrawal of Section 144 in Leh district which was imposed in view of Pashmina March called by Leh Apex Body (LAB) on April 05.

As per the order it has been reported that there is no imminent apprehension of breach of peace & public order and has recommended that the restrictions imposed under Section 144 of the CrPC may be withdrawn.

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ADC Leh reviews arrangement for Eid -ul-Fitr celebration


Leh, April 8: Additional Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Ghulam Mohd JKAS convened a meeting regarding arrangement in connection with observance of Eid -Ul-Fitr in the VC room of DC office, Leh on April 8.

ADC Leh instructed all the concerned departments to start the preparations from tomorrow and to ensure a smooth celebration of the holy festival. 

Deputy Superintendent of Police, Traffic, M Baqir requested to keep LBA parking, indoor stadium and pologround open for parking and to make sur...

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ADGP Ladakh orders suspension of mobile data service in Leh

VoL Desk, April 05: The Additional Director General of Police, Ladakh, has ordered temporary suspension/reduction of the speed of mobile data service in Laakh especially in Leh, ahead of the “Pashmina March” called by environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk.

As per the order, the decision was taken in view of present “emergent security scenario” in the U.T of Ladakh and “inputs received from Superintendent of Police District Leh and other intelligence agencies”.

The ADGP order stated tha...

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Advisor Dr Pawan Kotwal Convenes Crucial Meeting on State Climate Change Centre

Leh, April 02, 2024: The Advisor to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT Ladakh Dr Pawan Kotwal, convened a significant meeting to address the pressing environmental challenges facing the Union Territory of Ladakh, at the Civil Secretariat, Leh.

The central point of discussion was the establishment and functioning of the State Climate Change Centre, aimed at fostering sustainable development and resilience in the region.

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ladakh Prof. S. K Mehta, ...

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