LAB, KDA convenes crucial meeting ahead of talks with MHA

On December 1st 2024, the Apex Body Leh and KDA convened a pivotal meeting at the Ladakh Bhawan Conference Hall in Delhi to deliberate on significant issues concerning Ladakh ahead of the follow-up meeting with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) scheduled for December 3rd. The discussions focused on the following key demands:

  1. Statehood: Advocating for the restoration of democracy in Ladakh by granting statehood to ensure people’s participation in governance, administrative efficiency, be...
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AAP Kargil Criticizes LAHDC Over Regional Issues


VoL Desk, December 02: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Kargil unit has criticized the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil over various regional concerns, including curtailment of central funds, underutilization of the Capex Budget, demands for district status, and other pressing issues.
The grievances were raised during a press conference held on Sunday at the party office in Kargil, addressed by leaders Mohd Hassan Tamanna and Ehsan Ali.
Tamanna attributed Ladakh’s current cha...

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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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Leh Observes Bandh Following March 04 Meeting; Hunger Strike Commences

VoL Desk, March 06: Following the dissatisfaction in the March 04, 2024, meeting of Subcommittee of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) with the officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in New Delhi, Leh religious organization observed a Leh Bandh and public rally today at NDS stadium, Leh.

The Bandh was observed in Leh, and a rally was held at NDS stadium where different member of religious and political organization took part. In the rally, the Leh Ap...

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MHA Ladakh Meeting: Sub-Committee Formed by LAB, KDA; Hunger Strike Abandoned with Next Meeting Scheduled

VoL Desk, Feb. 19: Following a crucial meeting between the leaders of Apex Body Leh and the Kargil Democratic Alliance with the high-powered committee of the Union Home Ministry in Delhi today, Ladakh leaders have decided to cancel their planned hunger strike set for February 20.

The leaders collectively agreed to establish a joint sub-committee to delve into the specifics of the issues and further engage in discussions with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

Another meeting has been...

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Apex Body Addresses MP’s Allegations Regarding Draft Submission to MHA

VoL Desk, Feb. 15: In response to allegations by MP Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, regarding non-consultation in drafting Ladakh’s four-point agenda proposal submitted to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Apex Body in Leh held a press conference to clarify their stance.

Tsering Dorjey Lakruk, a veteran leader from Leh representing the Apex Body, emphasized that the demands outlined in the recent draft are well-known to the people of Ladakh, having been under discussion for the pas...

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Leh Apex Body Threatens Fasting if February 19 Meeting Fails

VoL Desk, Feb. 05: Following the Leh Chalo Andolan on February 03, the Leh Apex Body (LAB) held a press conference, announcing their intent to participate in the February 19, 2024, meeting with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in New Delhi. However, they warned that if no positive decision is reached regarding their 4-point agenda, they will commence a fasting process until their demands are met.

During the media address,Thupstan Chhewang the president of LBA, expressed determination in...

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“Leh Chalo Andolan”: Ladakh Unites for Urgent Safeguard

VoL Desk, Jan. 28: In a press conference convened by the Leh Apex body, a significant call for the “Leh Chalo Andolan” on February 3, 2024, was made to safeguard the interests of Ladakh. Expressing their dissatisfaction with the periodic meetings with the Ministry of Home Affairs, both the Leh Apex Body and KDA jointly announced the commencement of the “Leh Chalo Andolan.”

During the press conference, Tsering Lakrok disclosed that the demonstration is scheduled to commence at 10:00 am fr...

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Leh Apex Body Lauds Supreme Court Verdict on Article 370, Advocates Ladakh Statehood Recognition

VoL Desk, Dec. 12: The Apex Body of Leh wholeheartedly applauded the recent Supreme Court ruling on the abrogation of Article 370, deeming it a significant stride toward fortifying national integration.

They extended a warm embrace to the Court’s stance on the prompt reinstatement of statehood for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the scheduling of Assembly elections in J&K before September 30, 2024.

Emphasizing the essence of democracy, the Body underscored that genuine p...

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Ladakh Leaders Left Unsatisfied: Ministry of Home Affairs Offers No Assurances on Key Demands

VoL Desk, November 04: The Ladakh leaders, comprised of seven members each from the Apex Body Leh and Kargil Democratic Alliance, convened with the Ministry of Home Affairs in Delhi on Monday.

In an interview, Chhering Dorjey Lakruk stated that while the MHA attentively heard their demands and grievances, the meeting cannot yet be deemed a success as there is no assurance to fulfill their requests. Although the MHA pledged to engage in further discussions, a concrete timeline for the sub...

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