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...
Kargil, May 17: Department of Physical Education, GDC Drass conducted a three-day yoga session yoga retreat for its students and faculty members from May 15 to May 17, 2024.
The retreat was aimed to promote the benefits of yoga for physical and mental well-being among the college community. The sessions included instruction on various yoga postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation techniques.
The retreat was well-received by participants, who appreciated the op...
Kargil, May 11: Commissioner/Secretary, Higher Education/Technical Education and Social & Tribal Welfare Department, UT Ladakh, Padma Angmo Saturday visited Government Degree College (GDC), Drass.
She was accompanied by Additional Secretary, Higher Education, Imteeaz Kacho, Director College Affairs, Tashi Ldawa and Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Drass, Vishal Atri.
In his welcome speech, Principal GDC, Drass, Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi highlighted the achievements of the college and highlig...
