IKMT Observe Ashura-e-Hussaini with Solemnity and Grandeur

Kargil, 6th July 2025: Thousands of devotees, lovers of Prophet Mohammad (pbuh), and followers of Ahl-ul-Bait commemorated the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (a.s.) and his companions on the occasion of Ashura-e-Hussain, the 10th of Muharram-ul-Haram 1447 Hijri (2025), under the banner of the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust, Kargil.

The day was marked by large processions, mourning gatherings, and impassioned tributes to the martyrs of Karbala, reinforcing the timeless message of justice, resista...

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Tasua-e-Hussaini Observed in Kargil with Fervor

Kargil, July 5, 2025: Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust, Kargil, successfully organized a grand Tasua-e-Hussaini procession and majlis today, marking a significant event in the religious calendar. The event was attended by a large number of devotees who gathered at Lal Chowk to Hussaini Park and Zainabia Chowk and proceeded to Hussaini Park, passing through prominent landmarks such as Fatima Chowk, Isna Asharia Chowk, and Lal Chowk and Khomeini Chowk.

The procession was characterized by ferven...

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CEC Kargil Reviews Ashura Preparations, Emphasises Medical Readiness, Sanitation, and Public Safety

Kargil, July 05, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today visited Kargil town and  conducted an extensive assessment of the preparations for the upcoming Ashura processions in Kargil town.

Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, Senior Superintendent of Police, Shree Ram R, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Imteeaz Kacho and other district officials, Dr. Akhoon visited various medical camps established at key l...

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DC Kargil Chairs Meeting of Duty Magistrates to Ensure Peaceful Moharram Processions in Kargil

Kargil, July 4, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, chaired a meeting today to discuss duties and responsibilities of Zonal Magistrates and Sector Magistrates in connection with Moharram processions in Kargil Town. Various aspects of the arrangements of the District Administration were also discussed. Emphasis was laid on ensuring the peaceful and smooth conduct of the religious events.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Imtee...

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Yawar SHG Launches Products in Pashkum, EC Kacho Feroz Assures Hill Council Support

Kargil, June 30, 2025 — The Yawar Self Help Group (SHG) formally launched its products at a ceremony held today at Panchayat A in Pashkum. The event was organised by the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), showcasing the entrepreneurial efforts of rural women in the region.

Executive Councillor (EC) Kacho Mohammad Feroz was the Chief Guest at the event, which was also attended by Sheikh Ahmad, Block Development Officer (BDO) Dr. Sarwar Shehzad (JKAS), and key NRLM officials includi...

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Ladakhi Youth Benefit from ALSWAC’s Career Guidance Initiative

Kargil, Ladakh | 30/06/2025— The All Ladakh Students Welfare Association, Chandigarh (ALSWAC), a student body committed to the upliftment and empowerment of Ladakhi youth, successfully concluded its first-ever series of counselling and career guidance sessions for higher secondary school students in Kargil district. The sessions, held between 19th June and 29th June 2025, aimed to provide meaningful academic and career-related guidance to students in remote villages, helping them take confid...

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Ladakh Administration notifies Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Rules, 2025

Leh, June 29, 2025: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has achieved a significant milestone in the recruitment and reservation policy with the issuance of the Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Rules, 2025, redressing the long pending concern of the locals, especially the youth of Ladakh. 

The amendments are made in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 23 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004, as amended by the UT of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulatio...

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DC Kargil Chairs Meeting to Discuss Arrangements for Suru Adventure Fest 2025

Kargil, June 28, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar IAS, today chaired a meeting of officers and stakeholders at the Conference Hall, Baroo to discuss the arrangements for organizing the Suru Adventure Festival 2025.

SSP Kargil, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, SE – PHE, SDM Sankoo, AD Handicrafts, District Superintendent Handloom, Executive Engineer I&FC, Executive Engineer Mechanical, AD Information, GM NHPC, Representative of University of Ladakh (Kargil ...

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DC Kargil Chairs Meeting to Review Arrangements for Moharram and Ashura Processions

Kargil, June 28, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kargil, Rakesh Kumar – IAS, today chaired a meeting at conference hall Baroo to review and finalize arrangements for the upcoming Muharram commemorations, including the processions on 9th and 10th Muharram.

The meeting was attended by SSP Kargil Shri Ram R, Additional Deputy Commissioner Imteeaz Kacho, Chief Medical Officer Kargil, Executive Engineer PHE, officers from the Food, PDD, Municipal, and Information departments, along with repres...

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CEC Kargil Flags Off Water Tankers to Boost Drinking Water Facilities in District Kargil

 Kargil, June 28, 2025 – In a major step toward improving essential public services in the region, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor of LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today flagged off three water tankers to enhance drinking water supply in Kargil. 

The vehicles were commissioned under the Special Development Package (SDP) and the Water Tax Revenue sector, facilitated through the Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department, Kargil Division.

Addressing the gathering at the f...

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