Leh, January 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a review meeting on the development and promotion of Pashmina in Ladakh with the objective of strengthening the entire Pashmina ecosystem through a sustainable, technology-driven, and herder-centric approach.
During the meeting, the Animal and Sheep Husbandry Department made a comprehensive presentation on the historical significance of Ladakh Pashmina, its traditi...
Leh, January 15/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired the 5th meeting of the UT Ladakh Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) at Leh.
During the meeting, the Forest Department made a detailed presentation on the status of the Annual Plan of Operations (APO), including the release of funds, utilisation, and spillover works under CAMPA. The progress achieved during the previous financial yea...
Leh, January 14/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today visited Dha–Biama Village in the Aryan Valley.
The Chief Secretary was warmly welcomed by the villagers upon his arrival. He interacted with local stakeholders, villagers, and various delegations, patiently listening to their concerns and grievances. He assured the people that all genuine issues would be examined carefully and appropriate support would be provided.
A colourfu...
Kargil, January 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a comprehensive review meeting in Kargil with senior officers to assess administrative functioning, developmental progress and delivery of public services in District Kargil.
The meeting was attended by Administrative Secretary, Education, Bhanu Prabha; Administrative Secretary, PHE, Rahul Sharma; Administrative Secretary, YS&S Moses Kunzang; Senior Superintendent of Police, Ka...
Kargil, January 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ On the third day his Kargil visit, the Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra (IAS) co-chaired an introductory meeting with LADHC-Kargil, along with the Chairman/CEC, with Executive Councillors and Councillors of the LAHDC. The meeting was attended by Executive Councillor Kacho Mohd. Feroz; Executive Councillor Agha Syed Mujtaba; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Mr. Imteeaz Kacho; Chief Controller of Finance, Iftikhar Hussain, LADHC-Kargil...
Kargil, January 10, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra (IAS) today arrived in Kargil on his maiden visit after assuming charge. The Chief Secretary was accompanied by Administrative Secretary, Education, Ms. Bhanu Prabha; Administrative Secretary, Public Health Engineering (PHE), Rahul Sharma; Director, Health & Medical Education; Chief Engineer, Public Works Department (PWD); and Chief Engineer, PDD and other officers.
The Chief Secretary was accorded a war...
Leh, January 08, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a departmental review meeting of the Finance Department, Planning, Development and Monitoring Department, and the Estate Department at Leh.
The meeting focused on financial planning, budgetary allocations, revenue augmentation strategies and institutional strengthening of key departments.
During the meeting, Ms. Kaneez Fatima, Joint Director, Finance Department, gave a ...
Leh, January 7, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a detailed review meeting on the recently launched Ladakh Land Records (LaLR) Portal, aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in land revenue administration across the UT.
During the meeting, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Shri Shabir Hussain from the Revenue Department gave a comprehensive presentation on the functioning of the Ladakh Land Re...
Leh, January 05, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today held an interactive session with JKAS officers posted in Leh district. The interaction aimed at fostering open dialogue, understanding ground realities, and strengthening people-centric governance in the region.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary took brief introductions from all officers and encouraged them to freely share their views and experiences. Emphasising a n...
