Leh, May 17/ VOL News Desk/ Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, on Sunday launched the Self-Enumeration Portal for Census 2027 in the Union Territory, marking the commencement of the Census process in Ladakh. On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor also filled his self-enumeration form, signalling the formal beginning of the exercise in the UT.
Appealing to the people of Ladakh to actively participate in the nationwide exercise, the Lieutenant Governor said that the C...
May 17, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ In a major initiative aimed at promoting data-driven research, academic engagement and evidence-based policy formulation in Union Territory of Ladakh, the Directorate of Census Operations, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with University of Ladakh for establishment of two dedicated Census Data Workstations at the Leh and Kargil campuses of the University.
The MoU was signed by Shri Amit Sharma, IAS, Chief Principal C...
Leh, May 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ As part of the ongoing 15-day Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Gautama Buddha in Ladakh, the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh in collaboration with the Ladakh Gonpa Association organised a conference on the theme “Past, Present and Future of Buddhism in Ladakh” at Dharma Centre, Leh. The conference was chaired by His Eminence Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche and attended by monks, scholars, officials, students and members of the public.
The p...
Diskit, May 15/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner, Nubra, Shri Mukul Beniwal, IAS, today inaugurated the new office premises of the Deputy Commissioner, Nubra and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Nubra at the Old TRC Building in Diskit, Nubra.
With the shifting of the offices to the new premises, all official work and administrative services related to the DC Office and SDM Office will now be carried out from the Old TRC Building, Nubra.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commis...
Leh, May 14, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Mega Free Medical Camp organised in connection with the ongoing Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata Buddha concluded successfully today at the Mahabodhi Karuna Charitable Hospital, Devachan Campus, Leh, witnessing significant public participation.
The medical camp was organised by the UT Administration in collaboration with the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC) and SNM Hospital to provide healthcare services and medica...
Leh, May 14/ VOL News Desk/ The Sacred Exposition of the Holy Buddha Relics in Ladakh, concluded today with people from all walks of life turning up at the Dharma Centre in Leh, to pay their final respects to Lord Buddha. Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, attended the closing ceremony of the 14-day Sacred Grand Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathāgata at the Dharma Centre in Choglamsar.
The concluding ceremony coincided with the sacred Mo...
VOL News Desk/ The eleventh evening of the cultural celebrations being held in connection with the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha brought vibrant colours, traditional performances and a festive atmosphere to Leh Main Market, drawing large numbers of residents, devotees and visitors from across the region.
Organised by the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and the North Zone Cultural Cent...
Leh, May 13, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The ongoing Yoga and Meditation Session at the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Leh, entered its twelfth day today, with the session being conducted by renowned yoga expert Rohit Rawat from the Yoga Institute, Mumbai.
The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from attendees, who actively engaged in various yoga practices aimed at enhancing physical fitness, mental peace, and overall well-being.
Similarly, a meditation session wa...
Leh, May 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress and implementation status of the Vibrant Village Programme.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary reviewed the ongoing development works under the programme aimed at improving infrastructure, connectivity, livelihood opportunities, and essential public services in the border villages of Ladakh. Discussions were held on the status of various projects an...
Leh, May 12, 2026: The Administrative Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary, today visited Sindhu Ghat to inspect and assess the ongoing developmental and infrastructure works being carried out by the department.
During the visit, the Administrative Secretary reviewed the progress of the works being executed at the site and took stock of the implementation status of the projects aimed at improving the overall infrastructure and public amenities at Sindhu Ghat.
The ...
