DC Leh reviews various welfare schemes, emphasizes on 100% saturation of all eligible persons

Leh, May 1, 2025: The Deputy Commissioner Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve, chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress and saturation status of key welfare initiatives, including Ayushman Bharat (Golden Card), Unique Disability ID (UDID), NFSA Ration Cards, Aadhaar enrollment and the Unified District Information System for Education.

During the meeting, detailed presentations were made by all the concerned departments, explaining the process and procedures of registration along w...

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Deputy Commissioner Santosh Sukhadeve Oversees NEET Examination Centre Preparations in Leh

Leh, May 2, 2025: Deputy Commissioneçr of Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve, today conducted a comprehensive inspection of the examination centres designated for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2025 in the Leh district. The inspection, which included visits to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya and Kendriya Vidyalaya in Leh, focused on verifying the readiness of all necessary arrangements for the upcoming NEET examination scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2025.

During the visits, DC Leh engaged...

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CEC Leh Reviews Progress of New Terminal at KBR Airport, Lauds Team for Sustainable Infrastructure Efforts

Leh, May 2: Chairman/CEC Adv. Tashi Gyalson conducted a detailed review of the ongoing construction of the new Domestic Terminal Building at Kushok Bakula Rinpoche (KBR) Airport, Leh.

The visit was aimed at assessing the progress of works and the advanced sustainability features being incorporated into the terminal, which is expected to become a benchmark for modern and environment-friendly airport infrastructure in the country.

Spanning an area of 23,810 square meters, the new termi...

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CEC Leh Inaugurates New Pre-Fabricated Campus of GDC Khaltse

Leh, April 29, 2025: In a major step towards strengthening higher education infrastructure in the Sham region, the CEC, LAHDC Leh, Advocate Tashi Gyalson, along with Ms. Banu Prabha, Administrative Secretary, Higher Education Department, Sh. Lobzang Sherab, Councillor Khaltsi Constituency and Prof. Stanzin Yangdol, Principal GDC, Khaltsi inaugurated the newly constructed pre-fabricated campus of Government Degree College (GDC) Khaltse today.

The event also marked the launch of a five-day...

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Chief Secretary UT Ladakh Reviews Aadhaar Penetration, Directs Roadmap to Cover Left-Out Population

Leh, April 28, 2025: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, chaired a review meeting of the UID Implementation Committee (UIDIC) at the Civil Secretariat in Leh to assess the Aadhaar penetration and usage progress in Ladakh.

Assistant Manager, UIDAI Ladakh, Mr. Mohamad Taief, presented the status report, highlighting achievements and challenges, particularly the enrolment of children aged 0-5 years. His presentation covered key areas including the function...

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Team Ladakh shines with 3 Golds at Federation Cup Taekwondo Championship

Kargil, April 28, 2025: In a momentous achievement, Ladakh has opened its medal tally for the season with a historic performance at the 1st Federation Cup Taekwondo Championship held in Nashik, Maharashtra, from April 25–29, 2025. Team Ladakh clinched a total of three gold medals, marking a proud milestone for the Union Territory.

International Taekwondo Player and State Awardee Shanaz Parveen secured the gold medal in the Senior Under-30 Female Individual Poomsae category, while Internat...

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Anjuman Imamia Leh’s Women Wing Elects New Office Bearers

Leh, April 27, 2025: The executive body elections of Anjuman Imamia Leh’s Women Wing were successfully held today, with new office bearers appointed for key positions, including President, Vice President, General Secretary, and other important roles.

Nasreen Maryam was re-elected as President, while Zahra Bano secured the position of Vice President. Amina Chochu was chosen as General Secretary, Razia Bano as Treasurer, and Naseem Begum as Joint Secretary. Other executive body members were...

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Secretary Horticulture Visits Centre of Excellence for Seabuckthorn at Nimoo; Reviews Expansion and Processing Initiatives

Leh, April 25, 2025: Secretary Horticulture, UT Ladakh, Sh. Bhupesh Chaudhary, IAS, conducted an extensive visit to the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Seabuckthorn Cultivation at Nimoo to review the ongoing developmental initiatives, horticultural demonstrations, and processing facilities established to boost high-value horticulture in the region.

The Secretary was accompanied by Director Horticulture, Sh. Tsewang Phunchok; Chief Horticulture Officer, Leh Smt. Kunzang Wangmo; In charge Ap...

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ZEO Khaltse, Ms. Sonam Dolkar launches wellness initiative to promote physical, mental wellbeing among students

Khaltse, April 25, 2025 – The Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Khaltse, Ms. Sonam Dolkar, has launched a wellness initiative aimed at promoting physical and mental wellbeing among students by distributing yoga mats across schools in the zone.

As part of this program, students are encouraged to incorporate yoga into their daily routine, particularly during morning sessions, to enhance their energy levels and focus throughout the day. Teachers have been directed to ensure that students practic...

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CEC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson met Union Minister of Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju

Leh, April 24: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson met Union Minister of Minority Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju in New Delhi. The CEC extended a formal invitation to the Minister for the unveiling ceremony of the statue of Kushok Bakula Rinpoche, (Padma Bhushan) to be held on Monday, 19th May 2025 at Bakula Rinpoche Shradhanjali Park, Leh followed by a special conference to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Mongolia.

The CEC discussed the proposal f...

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