Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Romil Singh Donk Convenes Meeting on Flash Flood Preparedness

Leh, June 26, 2025: In view of the high likelihood of flash floods during the ongoing season, Romil Singh Donk (IAS), Chairman, District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)/Deputy Commissioner, Leh, convened a high-level meeting today at the VC Room of the DC Office to review disaster preparedness and emergency response protocols.

During the meeting, DC Leh directed all Sub-Divisional Magistrates to identify flash flood hotspot zones in their respective jurisdictions and submit detailed ...

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DC Kargil Reviews Progress of Irrigation and Flood Control Department Projects

Kargil, June 26, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner and CEO of LAHDC Kargil, Sh. Rakesh Kumar (IAS), chaired a review meeting of the Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) Department today at his office chamber.

The meeting focused on assessing the progress of ongoing projects under various funding heads, including Capex, SDP, State Sector, and languishing schemes. Attendees included JD Planning/CPO Abdul Hadi, Superintending Engineer (I&FC) Mohd Abass, Executive Engineer Ghulam Hussain, Assistant E...

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DC Kargil Reviews implementation of schemes under PHE Department

Kargil, June 25, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Sh. Rakesh Kumar chaired a detailed review meeting of the Public Health Engineering Department today at the DC Office Chamber to evaluate the progress of ongoing water supply schemes in the district.

The meeting was attended by SE PHE & I&FC Kargil, Chief Planning Officer, Executive Engineer PHE Kargil, AEEs, AEs, JEs, DTL-PMU, IEC Expert, Third-Party Inspection agency, Implementation Support Agency and Laboratory Incharges.

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Changthang Rangeland Visioning Meet Garners Unified Support from Community and StakeholdersLeh,

The Changthang Rangeland Visioning Multi-Stakeholder Meeting was successfully held on 25th June 2025 at Hotel Grand Dragon, Leh. The one-day consultation convened a powerful cross-section of community leaders, government officials, civil society organizations, and conservation experts to collectively shape the future of Ladakh’s high-altitude rangelands.

The meeting was graced by Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor of LAHDC-Leh, Advocate Tashi Gyalson as the Chief Guest, and Hon’ble Execut...

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DC Leh Reviews Preparations for Ladakh’s First Astro Festival

LEH, June 24, 2025 – The Deputy Commissioner Leh, Romil Singh Donk, (IAS), chaired a preparatory meeting regarding the First Astro Festival of Ladakh in VC Room of DC Office Leh. The First Astro Festival in Ladakh will be held at University of Ladakh Campus at Taru, Leh from 27th-28th June.

The festival is being organized by Department of Tourism, Leh in collaboration with Indian Institute of Astrophysics, and is considered a pioneering initiative for the region. The festival is designed ...

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Executive Councillor, Kacho Mohd Feroz Inspects Bypass Bridge Work at Adul Ground, Kargil

Kargil, June 25, 2025 – Executive Councillor for PHE, Irrigation & Flood Control (I&FC), and Urban Development, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz today conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing construction work of the bypass bridge at Adul Ground, Kargil.

During the visit, the Executive Councillor underscored the importance of ensuring that the existing water pipelines are not disturbed during the construction. He directed the GREF officials to immediately begin excavation work for the...

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Government Boys Higher Secondary School Kargil Concludes 4-Day Educational Tour to Kashmir Valley

Kargil, June 25, 2025 – The four-day exposure-cum-educational tour of Government Boys Higher Secondary School Kargil to the Kashmir Valley came to a successful end on Tuesday. The tour, which began on June 21, 2025, aimed to expose students to the rich cultural heritage, educational programs, and historical landmarks of the valley.

During the tour, students visited iconic destinations, including: Sonamarg and Gulmarg, where they enjoyed breathtaking scenery and stayed overnight in Gulmarg...

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Chief Secretary Chairs Review Meeting on Deregulation and Compliance Reduction in UT Ladakh

Leh, June 23: Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal (IAS), chaired a review meeting on “Deregulation and Compliance Reduction” at the UT Secretariat. The meeting focused on streamlining administrative procedures, enhancing ease of doing business, and reviewing ongoing reforms under the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) and decriminalization of minor offences.

Administrative Secretary, Shri Bhupesh Chaudhary, presented a detailed overview of the progress made in line with Depart...

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Choosing the Best School in Ladakh Shouldn’t Be a Guess, We Need Rankings.

As parents, one of the most important decisions they can make is choosing the right school for their children. In today’s competitive and fast-changing world, education is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. Many parents in Ladakh often ask me, “Which is the best school for my child? Or Suggest me a good school for them in Ladakh” But this question is not just about finding a school, it’s about shaping a child’s future. A school is not only a place for academic learning only; it’s where th...

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DEO/DC Leh Chairs Review Meeting on Special Summary Revision of Photo Electoral Rolls

LEH, June 23, 2025 – The District Election Officer/ Deputy Commissioner Leh Romil Singh Donk (IAS) today convened a crucial meeting to discuss the Special Summary Revision of Photo Electoral Rolls, at VC Room of DC Office Leh.

A key point of discussion was the submission of Booth Level Agent (BLA) lists by all political parties. DC Leh has instructed all the political parties to submit their list by Friday, emphasizing that BLAs will be a playing a crucial role in scrutinizing and streaml...

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