Kargil, June 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS) today visited Government Polytechnic College, Kargil, to review the status of infrastructure, academic facilities and ongoing developmental works within the institution.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected classrooms and various facilities across the campus and took stock of ongoing and proposed development projects. He was briefed by the Principal regarding the progress of seve...
Kargil, June 11, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS), today chaired a preparatory meeting regarding arrangements for the upcoming Muharram 1448 AH observances in the district.
The meeting was attended by the ADDC Ghulam Mohd; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Shabbir Hussain; Tehsildar Kargil, Ayaz Ahmad Bhat; SP Drass, Ishtiyaq Kacho; Traffic Officials, Kargil Police officials, and representatives from ISK and IKMT.
During the meeting, the Dep...
Kargil, June 11, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS) today chaired a detailed review meeting regarding the implementation of the Vibrant Villages Programme. The meeting focused on project planning, scheme saturation, and infrastructure development aimed at creating model villages with improved basic amenities and sustainable community infrastructure.
During the meeting, it was stressed that all proposed projects must be need-based, valid, and fre...
Kargil, May 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today joined an awareness rally organised under Awami Andolan Nasha Ke Khilaf to campaign against drug abuse and other intoxicants. The rally was also attended by Member of Parliament, Ladakh Haji Hanifa Jan and the Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar.
A large number of people from different sections of society participated in the rally and raised strong slogans against th...
Kargil, May 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Commissioner Secretary, PHE/I&FC Department, Ladakh, visited Kargil and reviewed various urban infrastructure and public utility projects aimed at strengthening essential services in Kargil Town.
The Commissioner Secretary was accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, SE, PHE/I&FC, Kargil along with officers of the PHE Department, Municipal Committee, and Mechanical Department.
During the visit, the Commissioner Secretary inspected the existin...
Kargil, May 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk /The Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today inspected the Faecal Sludge Treatment Plant (FSTP) at Kurbathang near Airport-Choskore Road to review sanitation facilities and preparedness ahead of the proposed visit of higher authorities.
During the inspection, the Deputy Commissioner took stock of the functioning of the treatment plant and inspected various sections including washrooms, panel room and office premises. Stressing th...
Kargil, May 04, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today conducted an inspection of the temporary school building for specially abled students, located at Kurbathang, near the Airport, Kargil.
Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, District Social Welfare Officer, Dr. Sarwar Shehzad, JKAS, Chief Education Officer, Kargil, Sonam Wangchuk, and Executive Engin...
Kargil, April 29, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ District Administration Kargil today operationalized the One Stop Centre, Kargil, marking an important step towards strengthening institutional support, entrepreneurship promotion, and public service delivery in the district.
Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar chaired a meeting regarding the functioning of the One Stop Centre.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for active participation and close coordi...
Kargil, April 22, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A meeting under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar was held today to discuss the implementation of digital learning initiatives at the foundational (Balvatika) level across the district.
During the meeting, it was informed that under the Samagra Shiksha scheme, approximately 395 Smart TVs have been provided to schools. Emphasis was laid on the effective utilization of these resources for early childhood educat...
Kargil, April 21, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, chaired a meeting today to review arrangements for the smooth transportation of Hajj Pilgrims 2026 from Kargil to Srinagar.
The meeting was attended by SSP Kargil, Sh. Nitin Yadav, IPS; Chairman, Hajj Committee Ladakh, Mohd Ali Majaz; ADC Kargil, Sh. Shabbir Hussain, JKAS; and Executive Officer, Hajj Committee Ladakh, Zakir Hussain.
It was decided that the flag-off of Hajj pilgrims will...
