Sonam Wangchuk, 20 others detained for protesting outside Delhi’s Ladakh Bhawan

New Delhi: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and 20 other protestors were detained by the Delhi Police for protesting outside the Ladakh Bhawan here on Sunday, officials said.

Around 20 to 25 protesters, who were on fast with Wangchuk, were detained and taken to the Mandir Marg police station, they said. Heavy police deployment was arranged to maintain the law and order.

Some of the protesters argued that they were not protesting, but sitting peacefully. A senior police officer said the ...

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New Districts Committee invites public suggestions on Districts Formation

Leh, October 10, 2024: New District Committee headed by Sh Pramod Kumar Jain, IAS (Retd) Chairman, Sh Kacho Asfandyar Khan IAS (Retd) member, Sh Tsering Angchok, IAS (Retd) member, Sh Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, IAS Deputy Commissioner Kargil (Ex-officio), Sh Santosh Sukhadeve, IAS Deputy Commissioner Leh (Ex officio) has taken charge and started working in pursuance of Union Territory of Ladakh vide Order No: 444-LA(GAD) of 2024 dated: 25.09.2024 and started touring in various New Districts.

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Officials from NHPC Ltd & Project Vijayak/ Project Himank call on LG Mishra

Leh, Oct 10, 2024: The Head of Project, Chutak Power Station, Shri Jitendra Kumar from NHPC Ltd, called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat. Advisor to the HLG, Dr Pawan Kotwal, IAS; Commissioner/Secretary to the HLG, Dr L Franklin, IAS and Secretary, PWD, Shri Michael D’Souza, IAS, were present in the meeting.

Shri Jitendra briefed the HLG about various initiatives taken by NHPC Ltd to benefit the people of C...

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LG attends function to commemorate 92nd anniversary of Indian Air Force

Leh, Oct 09, 2024: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh and First Lady, Smt Neelam Mishra attended the function held at Air Force Station, Leh to commemorate the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force. A static display, including the display of various fighters, transport and helicopter fleet aircraft along with indigenous surface-to-air weapon systems, was organised to showcase the professionalism and capabilities of IAF and evoke a sense of patriotism among the youth.

Speaking at...

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LAHDC Leh Enhances Education Access in Ladakh with Bus Donations to LBA Schools

Leh, Oct 9: In a significant contribution to education in the region, LAHDC with the help and support from ONGC has donated buses to the two schools of LBA mainly Lamdon Jamyang School, Khaltse and Riglam School, Leh, as part of its CSR initiative.

The official handover ceremony took place by Hon’ble CEC Adv. Tashi Gyalson and Director General ONGC Sh. Ravi in the presence of President of the Ladakh Buddhist Association, Chering Dorjey Lakrook, Vice President LBA/ chairperson Engineer Ku...

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LG interacts with students who will perform at Rashtrapati Bhawan on Ladakh Foundation Day

Leh, Sept 30, 2024: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), interacted with 12 students from Leh and Kargil who will perform at Rashtrapati Bhawan on October 31, 2024, on the occasion of Foundation Day of UT Ladakh.

The HLG informed the students that they would perform in front of the Hon’ble President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan on the occasion of Foundation Day of UT Ladakh on October 31, 2024. He stated that it is a big opportu...

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World Tourism Day celebrated with heritage walk, cleanliness drive and peace walk

Leh, September 27, 2024: World Tourism Day with the theme “Tourism and Peace” was organized and celebrated by Department of Tourism Leh, at the historic Leh Palace today on September 27. Additional District Development Commissioner Leh Sonam Nurboo was the Chief Guest for the event and Member Goa board of Tourism Mark Mendes served as a special guest.

The program was attended by students from Moravian Mission School, Government Girls Higher Secondary School and Government Boys Higher Seco...

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LG BD Mishra and First Lady Smt Neelam Mishra visit Nubra Sub-Division

Leh, September 25, 2024: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Brigadier [Dr] BD Mishra [Retd] along with first Lady Smt Neelam Mishra arrived in Nubra Valley to a warm welcome at Thoise Airport, where he was received by Deputy CEC Tsering Angchok, Deputy Commissioner Leh Shri Santosh Sukhadave (IAS) , SSP Leh Smt. Shruti Arora (IPS), Executive Councillor LAHDC-Leh Shri Gulam Mehdi, and Councillors from Hundar and Panamik.

Upon reaching the 54 RCC Headquarter, the Hon’ble Lt. Governor was honor...

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LG chairs meeting to discuss Registration & Renewal Guidelines for Adventure Tour Operators in Ladakh

Leh, Sept 23, 2024: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd) chaired a meeting at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat to discuss the Registration and Renewal Guidelines for Adventure Tour Operators (ATOs) in Ladakh.

Secretary, Tourism and Culture, Shri Vikram Singh Malik, IAS, apprised the HLG of the objective of the guidelines, i.e. to promote and ensure clean, high-quality, safe, eco-friendly and sustainable adventure sports activities by fostering re...

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Chief Justice (A) visits the only Govt Inclusive School at Chuchot Yokma, Leh

Leh, September 21, 2024:In a step towards ensuring the well-being and holistic development of specially-abled children in UT of Ladakh, Justice Tashi Rabstan, Chief Justice (A), High Court of J&K and Ladakh, today visited the only Govt. Inclusive School at Chuchot Yokma, Leh. The visit aimed at reviewing the quality of care, educational standards and the infrastructure available to the students who require specialized attention.

Upon his arrival, Justice Tashi who was accompanied by M. K....

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