Nubra, 31 May, 2025: Day 2 of World Environment Week in Nubra began with a plantation drive at Sumoor Samstanling Gonpa, in the presence of SDM Nubra, IAS Mukul Beniwal.
Other officials included the Naib Tehsildar Sumoor, the Nodal Officer for World Environment Week, Incharge Range Officer Nubra, BO Diskit, and officials from the Forest and Wildlife Department. Monastery monks also gathered to plant saplings, underscoring the importance of environmental conservation.
Later in the day, a cleanl...
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Ladakh Hoteliers Seek Relief and Tourism Boost
Leh, May 31, 2025: A delegation comprising members of All Ladakh Hotel and Guest House Association (ALHGHA), led by its President, Rigzin Wangmo Lachic, called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at Raj Niwas. Chief Secretary, Dr Pawan Kotwal, IAS, was present in the meeting.
At the outset, the delegates expressed their gratitude to the UT Administration, headed by the HLG, for meeting their long-standing demand for a separate electricity tariff ...
Zanskar Inter-School Tournament Concludes
Zanskar, May 30, 2025 – The Inter-School Tournament 2025, organized by the Zonal Physical Education Officer, Zanskar, concluded today with a grant closing ceremony.
The event, which commenced on 28th of May 2025, witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across the region, highlighting their sports excellence and sportsmanship.
Total number of 15 schools, ranging from Higher Secondary to Middle Schools, showcased their skills in Handball and Volleyball, turning the tournament ...
Kargil Hosts Marathon for Tobacco-Free Future on World No Tobacco Day
Kargil, May 31, 2025 – In observance of World No Tobacco Day 2025, the District Tobacco Control Cell, Kargil, in collaboration with Team Stringmo, a dynamic group of young girls, organized a vibrant and impactful 5KM Marathon aimed at raising awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and promoting a healthy, tobacco-free lifestyle in the district. The event was organised with the theme “Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products’ by organizing a mar...
Kargil Health Needs Addressed with Central Health Ministry
Kargil, May 31, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC, Kargil Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon yesterday visited the Central Ministry of Health and met various officers and Bureaucrats to discuss various issues related to the health sector of Kargil.
During the visit, the CEC met Additional Secretary, Medical Education, Vinod Kotwal (IAS), Additional Secretary, National Health Mission, Govt. Of India, Aradhna Pathak (IAS), Joint Secretary Health, Government of India, Mnashvic Kumar (...
Joint Cleanliness and Plantation Drive Held in Drass
Drass, May 30, 2025 – A cleanliness drive was organized today at Zero Point, Drass, led by the Forest Department in collaboration with the Wildlife Department Kargil, Tehsil Office Drass, Rural Development Department Drass, Ladakh Pollution Control Committee, Soil Conservation Division Kargil, and the Drass Taxi Union.
The event began with a pledge by all participants to uphold environmental responsibility.
SDM Drass Mr. Vishal Atri and Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Mr. Shakeel Ahmad...
Kargil Gears Up for Week-Long World Environment Day Celebrations
Kargil, May 29, 2025 – Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho today chaired a preparatory meeting in his office chamber with District Officers and stakeholders to finalize arrangements for the week-long celebration of World Environment Day scheduled from May 30 to June 5 across Kargil District.
The meeting was attended by Project Officer, Wages (ACD), Headquarter Assistant to DC, Executive Officer, Municipal Committee (MC), Kargil; Divisional Forest Officer; District Y...
Kargil Joint Operation Targets Child Labour
Kargil, May 28, 2025 – The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Kargil, in collaboration with the Labour Department, Special Juvenile Police Unit (SJPU), Child Welfare Committee (CWC), and Childline Kargil, conducted a joint inspection campaign this month at various construction sites in Sankoo and Taisuru.
This campaign was part of a concerted effort to identify and prevent instances of child labour and to ensure the rights and welfare of children are upheld in accordance with the law.
...Kargil Launches Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan 2025
Kargil, May 29, 2025 – Acting CEC and Executive Councillor, Tourism, LAHDC Kargil Kacho Mohd Feroz today launched a nationwide campaign for the Viksit Krishi Sanklap Abhiyan 2025, here today at the Council Secretariat.
Addressing on the occasion, EC Kacho Feroz thanked KVK Kargil and the line department officers for the conduct of the campaign and also encouraged all relevant departments for actively participating in order to ensure the success of the national campaign.
Earlier the pro...
Major General Bevli’s Kargil Visit Boosts Ladakh NCC
Kargil, May 28, 2025 – Major General Anupinder Bevli VSM, Additional Director General NCC Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh Directorate, made a historic visit to Kargil, marking a watershed moment for NCC in the region. This visit is a testament to the unit’s unwavering dedication and unrelenting efforts, besides ushering a new era of success and accomplishments for NCC in Kargil.
Upon arrival, Colonel Suveer Seth, Commanding Officer of 2nd Ladakh Bn NCC Kargil, and Lieutenant Mohmad Hussain, ANO ...