Leh, Sep 29/ VOL News Desk/ The Apex Body of Ladakh, in an emergency press conference, expressed deep concern over the violent incidents of September 24 and strongly criticized the government and local administration. Leaders said that during a peaceful protest, authorities resorted to “indiscriminate use of force,” resulting in the deaths of four young men and injuries to dozens of others.
Representatives of the Apex Body alleged that the Lieutenant Governor and police officials insulted...
Leh, Ladakh – The Apex Body Leh, under the Co-Chairmanship of Shri Chering Dorje Lakrook, convened a crucial meeting today to address significant developments concerning Ladakh’s leadership and its ongoing dialogue with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Key discussions centered on the recent resignation of Shri Thupstan Chhewang and the strategic inclusion of Shri Sonam Wangchuk into the High-Powered Committee (HPC).
In a unanimous resolution, members of the Apex Body fervently appealed...
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has proposed significant measures for Ladakh, including a 95% reservation in government jobs for locals, one-third reservation for women in hill councils, and steps to address land-related concerns. These announcements were made during a high-powered committee (HPC) meeting held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, with regional leaders in attendance. The Centre has also expressed its commitment to draft provisions ensuring “constituti...
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:
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
