Leh, May 19, 2025- The Deputy Commissioner Leh Santosh Sukhadeve convened a crucial meeting at DC Office Conference Hall on May 19, to address the concerns of the local hotel and guest house associations. The meeting was called in response to a representation received from stakeholders of Tourism Sector.
During the meeting, President All Ladakh Hotels and Guest Houses Association, Leh Rigzin Lachic presented a four point demand which focused on the impact of recent Pahalgam terrorist attack f...
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Emergency Preparedness Initiative Launched in Kargil
Kargil, May 19, 2025 – The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Kargil, in collaboration with the Union Territory Disaster Response Force (UTDRF) Kargil, organized a comprehensive Disaster Preparedness and Awareness Camp in Kargil.
The camp aimed to educate the general public—especially members of the taxi, bus, and truck unions—on emergency response techniques and life-saving methods in the event of various disasters.
The event was graced by several dignitaries, including Ass...
Balti Language Celebrated at GDC Drass
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 ...
JUIAK’s Al Hima-Laya Green Mission & Research Centre Concludes 1.24 Lakh Tree Plantation Drive
Kargil, May 19, 2025: The Jamiat Ulema Isna Ashriya Kargil’s Al Hima-Laya Green Mission & Research Centre has successfully concluded its large-scale tree plantation campaign, with a total of 1,24,000 saplings planted across various parts of the Kargil district. Among these, 12,000 saplings were planted in the Ashuna region of Trespone, marking the successful completion of the campaign’s final phase.
The grand concluding ceremony was held at Ashuna, Trespone, in the presence of several dig...
LAHDC-Leh Reviews Preparations for High-Profile Religious Events in Matho Village
Leh, May 18: The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Leh is actively reviewing preparations for significant upcoming religious events in Matho village, including the anticipated visit of His Holiness the 41st Sakya Trizin Rinpoche in July 2025 and the Yerchos Chenmo scheduled for 2026.
Hon’ble Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Advocate Tashi Gyalson, along with Hon’ble Executive Councillor Stanzin Chosphel and DC/CEO, LAHDC Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve, visited Matho village to assess the pro...
IKMT Agri Wing Announces Results of 1st General Executive Body Election
Kargil, May 18: The Basij-e-Zaraat wa Baghbani (Agriculture Wing) of Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT) Kargil successfully conducted its 1st General Executive Body Election, marking a significant step toward strengthening the organizational structure of the Agri Wing under the trust.
The election witnessed enthusiastic participation, and the following members were elected to key positions with notable voter support: President: Ali Naqi – 61 votes, Vice President: Er. Ahmed Ali – 59 vote...
KVK Kargil-I Conducts Brown Tail Moth Management Drive at Poyen
Kargil, May 18, 2025 — Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil-I successfully organized a pest management drive at Poyen village in collaboration with the Department of Forest and the Department of Horticulture. The event was aimed at controlling the outbreak of the Brown Tail Moth, a serious polyphagous pest affecting forest and horticultural crops.
The drive was led by Dr. Nasreen F. Kacho, Head of KVK Kargil-I, and Dr. Nazir Hussain, Scientist (Agronomy), along with Mr. Villayat, Range Offic...
VC, University of Ladakh convenes meeting with student associations of Ladakh
New Delhi, May 17, 2025 – On the invitation of the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, Prof. Saket Kushwaha, a virtual meeting was held on Saturday with student unions of Ladakh to discuss recent developments at the University.
Representing Ladakhi students studying in the national capital, the President of the All Kargil (Ladakh) Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD) participated in the meeting.
The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor informed the participants about the new courses initiat...
H’CEC Reviews Ongoing Development Schemes in SVD Sankoo Subdivision
Kargil, May 17, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC, Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, convened a comprehensive review meeting today to assess the progress of ongoing developmental schemes at SVD Sankoo Subdivision.
During the meeting, Dr. Akhoon issued strict directives to expedite all ongoing works, emphasizing that deliberate delays will not be tolerated under any circumstances. He stated that any compromise in the quality of work would result in immediate action ...
Awareness Program on “Drug Abuse and Preventive measures” held at Govt. High School Hardass
Awareness Program on “Drug Abuse and Preventive measures” held at Govt. High School Hardass
Kargil, May 14, 2025 – District De-Addiction Centre (DDAC) Kargil conducted an awareness program under the campaign on “Drug Abuse and Preventive Measures” today at Govt High School Hardas Kargil. The event was organised in collaboration with IKMT, JUIAK, and the Department of Education Kargil.
The program began with a speech by the Project Coordinator of DDAC Kargil, who highlighted the growing...