Drass, April 07, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Himalayan Citizen Science and Biodiversity Centre of Government Degree College Drass organized a Conservation Awareness Workshop on the theme “Biodiversity Monitoring and Conservation with the Indian Army.” The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and experts.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by the Principal, Nasirul Mehdi Shabani, who highlighted the ecological sensitivity of Ladakh and stresse...
Kargil, February 05/ VOL News Desk/ Government Degree College (GDC) Drass organised a 10-day Educational and Cultural Tour to South India under the Gender Inclusive Equity Initiative of PM-USHA, with the objective of promoting experiential learning, cultural awareness, and women empowerment. The tour was comprised of 30 girl students and accompanied by two faculty members.
The tour commenced on 27th January, 2026 with the departure of the student contingent from Drass. On 28th January 202...
Kargil, Sep 02/ VOL News Desk/ The Enterprising Ladakh initiative successfully conducted a three-day Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme (EAP) at Government Degree College, Drass. The programme aimed to inspire and equip students with entrepreneurial skills, creative thinking, and knowledge of emerging opportunities in Ladakh.
Day 1: The sessions began with an engaging workshop by Ms. Padma Lhazes, Project Officer, Enterprising Ladakh, who introduced students to design thinking, creativi...
Drass, August 7, 2025: Government Degree College Drass organized a series of activities under the nationwide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign with the objective of instilling patriotism among students and spreading awareness about the importance of the National Flag.
The event was coordinated by Sajad Hussain, Assistant Professor of Environmental Science and NSS/NCC Officer, under the supervision and guidance of the Principal, Nasirul Mehdi Shabani.
Students and staff participated in the pr...
Drass, July 16, 2025 — Government Degree College Drass, in collaboration with the 5/5 Gorkha Rifles Frontier Force, successfully organized a special outreach program titled ‘Operation Sindoor’ under the dynamic leadership of Commanding Officer Colonel Bagul Pritish Sharad.
The event commenced with a warm traditional welcome as Incharge Principal Ms. Parveen Fatima (Assistant Professor, English) offered ceremonial khataks to the dignitaries. Commanding Officer Col. Bagul Pritish Sharad th...
Drass, June 19, 2025 — The Government Degree College (GDC), Drass hosted a vibrant and rich cultural programme organised by Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages Kargil in collaboration with the North Zone Cultural Centre, Patiala (NZCC), celebrating the rich artistic heritage and diverse traditions of the north region of India under Sanskritik Yatra-Sindhu Darshan festival from June 13 -29, 2025.
The event, held at the college campus witnessed enthusiastic participation from stude...
Kargil, May 19, 2025 – In a significant initiative to promote and preserve indigenous culture, the Department of Shina Regional Languages at Government Degree College (GDC) Drass organized a successful community tour to the village of Kaksar, District Kargil.
The programme was held under the leadership of Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, Principal of GDC Drass, who has been a strong advocate for the preservation of Ladakh’s linguistic and cultural diversity.
The community interaction was led by t...
Kargil, May 19, 2025 – Government Degree College (GDC), Drass, in collaboration with the Association of Baltis in Himalayan Territories of Indus and the Balti Coordination Committee, Drass, organized a grand Felicitation Ceremony cum Cultural Event today. The program was aimed at celebrating and promoting the rich heritage of the Balti language and literature.
The event was graced by the presence of several distinguished personalities from Kargil district. The Guest of Honour, Padma Shri ...
Kargil, Dec 07, 2024: Govt. Degree College, Drass, today organized a high-altitude hike to Tololing Mountain as part of its High-Altitude Trekking Guide programme.
The trek, reaching elevations from 10,400 ft to 11,200 ft, offered students practical training in route navigation, altitude acclimatization, and sustainable trekking practices under the guidance of instructorSuhail Ahmad Bhat, High Altitude Trekking Guide Programme.
Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, Principal of the college, lauded the...
Kargil, October 14, 2024: Students of Government Degree College (GDC) Drass today participated in a prestigious UT-level quiz competition organized by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in Jammu.
Leela Banoo and Rubina Jabeen, both 5th-Semester students, represented the Union Territory of Ladakh at Radisson Blu Jammu, competing against participants from various colleges and universities.
Although they did not secure top positions, their participation was recognized with certificates and c...
