Advisor Ladakh launches website of Sindhu Infrastructure Development Corporation

Leh, August 09: The Advisor to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT Ladakh Dr Pawan Kotwal launched the official website of the Sindhu Infrastructure Development Corporation (SIDCO) https://www.sidcoladakh.org.in/., at Civil Secretariat, Leh.

The launch of this website marks a significant milestone in advancing SIDCO’s commitment to transparency, accessibility, and effective communication for its diverse stakeholders, Dr Pawan stated. He emphasized that for sustainable development of the i...

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Secy. of Youth Services & Sports, Chairs meeting, Football Experts of J&K Bank for Development of Football in Ladakh

Leh, August 08: The Secretary to Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor/Secretary of Youth Services & Sports of UT Ladakh, Ravinder Kumar reviewed a meeting regarding the proposal for engaging, sponsorship, promoting, and setting up J&K Bank Football Academy for the development of Sports in the UT.  

The meeting was held between CMD J&K Bank and Secretary Sports UT Ladakh. A football expert team of J&K Bank is on a tour of the Union Territory of Ladakh from the 6th to the 9th of August 2023. The tea...

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LG Ladakh Celebrates UT Declaration Day with Key Initiatives

VoL Desk, August 07: On UT Declaration Day at Cultural Complex Leh, the Hon’ble Lt. Governor, Brig (Dr) BD Mishra, marked a significant milestone by laying the foundation stone of the Ladakh Cultural Centre. Emphasizing efficiency, the HLG has directed timely completion of the project.

Commending Sh. Mipham Otsal, Director of Ladakh Theatre Group, the HLG extended gratitude for contributing 10 canals of land towards the construction of the cultural centre. The state-of-the-art facility, f...

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SKUAST-K hands over technologies on cucumber & broccoli cultivating to Agri Dept Ladakh

Leh, 04 August:  SKUAST-K High Mountain Arid Agriculture Research Institute (HIMAARI) Leh transferred two technologies – cultivation of greenhouse cucumber in Ladakh and technology for extended season of broccoli cultivation – to the Department of Agriculture, UT Ladakh for their horizontal expansion and commercialization.

A document was handed over to Secretary (Agriculture) UT Ladakh, Ravinder Kumar by Associate Director HMAARI SKUAST-K Leh, Dr. Dorjay Namgyal in presence of Chief Agricultu...

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Advisor tracks progress and issues on 13 GW Ladakh Solar Project

Leh, August 4:  Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, UT Ladakh Dr. Pawan Kotwal chaired a meeting in the presence of CEC/ Chairman, LAHDC Leh Tashi Gyalson on issues regarding the 13 GW Renewable Energy Project at Pang, Leh, and also discussed demands submitted by LAHDC Leh to be achieved as part of the project.

Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) gave a detailed presentation on the proposed 13 GW Renewable Energy project in Leh (9 GW Solar, 4 GW wind with 12 GW Battery Energy Storage Sys...

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LG Ladakh Hails JJM Implementation as a Jan-Andolan for Vital Resource

VoL Desk, August 04: In a recent tweet, the official handle of LG Ladakh (@lg_ladakh) emphasized that the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) is more than just a government scheme; it’s a “Jan-Andolan,” a people’s movement, for securing one of the most critical resources for survival. During an Interaction Program with representatives from Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI), LG Ladakh underscored the need to rise above political differences to ensure the effective execution of the JJM in the region.

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Empowering Ladakh’s Connectivity: Advisor Kotwal Chairs UT level Committee Meeting

PRI to be empowered in O&M of PMGSY roads

Leh, August 02: Ladakh’s drive towards all-weather road connectivity received a significant boost as the UT Level Standing Committee, chaired by Advisor Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, recommended projects worth Rs 2744.80 Cr under the Central Road & Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) and Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-III Phase II).

In the meeting, a total of 53 new/upgradation road projects and 54 bridge projects, spanning 900 km, were proposed un...

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PS School Education Ladakh chairs meeting of SSC on Evaluation of National Teachers Award 2023

Leh, August 01: Principal Secretary of School Education, UT Ladakh Sanjeev Khirwar chaired the meeting of the State Selection Committee for the evaluation of teachers for the National Award for Teachers 2023 at the Civil Secretariat, Leh.

Evaluation and scrutiny of five nominations and shortlisted based on the performance of the eligibility criteria from the national portal held on the performances in their respective schools and communities using technology, innovative pedagogy, joyful l...

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ALUYA Demands Early Release of SSC Result, Announces 5th August as Black Day

VoL Desk, August 01: The All Ladakh Unemployed Youth Association (ALUYA) held a significant protest in Leh on Tuesday, urging the timely release of the Ladakh Recruitment results conducted by SSC. The unemployed youth expressed their frustration with the UT administration, accusing them of providing false assurances despite their repeated requests.

Chanting slogans, the protesters expressed their disappointment with the UT administration, stating that they have seen little improvement in ...

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Ladakh to Introduce Warrant of Precedence Following MHA Clearance

VoL Desk, August 02: Ladakh is set to introduce its Warrant of Precedence, following clearance from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. The protocol list, which has already been approved by the Union Territory Administration of Ladakh, is awaiting final approval from the MHA, as per report.

The Warrant of Precedence will define the status of various officials and dignitaries in the region. It is expected to grant significant status to Chairpersons-cum-CECs of the twin Autonomous Hill Deve...

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