CEC Kargil Honored for Minji School Upgrade

Kargil, May 21, 2025 – A delegation led by Councilor Baroo-Minji Advocate Khadim Hussain, along with Village Education Committee Minji members, met with Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC, Kargil Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon.

The delegation thanked Dr. Akhoon for his efforts in upgrading Minji High School to a Higher Secondary School, applauding his commitment to providing quality education, especially for underprivileged sections.

The delegation requested Dr. Akhoon to fill the ...

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Ladakh Reviews Transport Laws for Decriminalisation and Reform

Leh, May 21, 2025: Bhupesh Chaudhary, IAS, Administrative Secretary, Transport Department, UT of Ladakh, chaired a high-level meeting at the UT Secretariat to review existing transport-related legislations and examine potential reforms in line with the Government of India’s Business Reform Action Plan (BRAP) and Jan Vishwas initiative. These initiatives aim to improve Ease of Doing Business through simplification, digitisation, and decriminalisation of minor regulatory provisions.

The mee...

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Ladakh Education Officials Review CBSE Exam Performance

Kargil, May 21, 2025 – Administrative Secretary, School Education Department, Ladakh. Mrs. Bhanu Prabha convened a review meeting at Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil today to assess the performance of Class 10th and 12th students in 2025 CBSE examinations.

The meeting was attended by Director of School Education Department, Ladakh Tsering Paldan, Principal DIET Kargil, S.D. Namgyal, CEO Kargil Sonam Wangchuk, ZEOs, Principals, headmasters, lecturers, teachers, and masters of all Government ...

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Ladakh Tourism Seeks Relief Following Pahalgam Attack, Indo-Pak Situation

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...

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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 ...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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