Leh, 20 January 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary, UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today visited the Polo Ground, Leh, to review and inspect the preparations being made for the forthcoming Republic Day celebrations.
During the visit, the Chief Secretary assessed the arrangements related to venue readiness, seating, stage setup, parade preparations, and other logistical aspects essential for the smooth conduct of the national event.
He was accompanied by officers from various con...
Kargil, January 20/ VOL News Desk/ Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho flagged off the Under-19 Boys Handball team today to represent Ladakh in the 69th National School Games scheduled to be held in Gujarat from January 26 to January 31.
The ADC was informed that a total of 15 students will represent Ladakh at the national level, including 09 players from Kargil district and 06 players from Leh district.
During the brief interaction with the players, the ADC encouraged...
Leh, January 20/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, held a courtesy meeting with the newly appointed Director General of Police, UT Ladakh, Shri Mukesh Singh, IPS, during his visit to Leh.
Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon welcomed the DGP and expressed hope for further strengthening of the Police Department in Ladakh. Matters related to policing, public safety in Kargil district, and other issues of mutual interest were discussed. ...
Leh, 19 January 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra today visited the NDS Ice Hockey Rink and the Indoor Stadium to review the preparedness for the opening of the Khelo India Winter Games, which are scheduled to commence tomorrow, 20 January.
During the inspection, Shri Kundra reviewed the arrangements related to seating, safety measures and various other logistical preparations being made for the smooth conduct of the games. He emphasized the importanc...
Leh, January 19/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, conducted a comprehensive inspection of all three venues designated to host the 6th Khelo India Winter Games, scheduled from January 20 to 26, to assess ongoing preparations.
At the main venue, NDS Ice Hockey Stadium—which will host ice hockey matches and the grand opening ceremony—Administrative Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Shri Moses Kunzang, briefed the Lt Governor on extensive prep...
Drass, January 18/ VOL News Desk/ Councillor Bhimbat, Abdul Wahid visited Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV), Bhimbat, where winter remedial classes for students of PM SHRI High School Thasgam, Drass are being conducted. The visit was aimed at reviewing the academic arrangements, hostel facilities, and overall well-being of students attending these special winter classes.
During the visit, the Councillor interacted with students and teaching staff, inquired about the quality of educa...
Leh, January 18, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Teams and players from across the country have begun arriving in Leh to participate in the Khelo India Winter Games 2026. The athletes were accorded a warm and vibrant welcome by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, UT Ladakh, reflecting Ladakh’s rich cultural heritage and traditional hospitality.
Upon their arrival in Leh, players were welcomed with traditional scarves and customary local greetings, creating an atmosphere of enthusiasm and ca...
The All Kargil (Ladakh) Student’s Association Delhi (AKSAD) organised its annual Badminton tournament on 18th January 2026 at Surjit Badminton Academy Delhi.
Six players participated in the match. All the participants played with high spirit and dedication. Series of matches were happened between the players and three participants abled to secure positions in the match.
The winners of the tournament are:
1st position: Sakina Banoo
2nd position: Atika Jabeen
3rd position: Choch...
Kargil, January 18, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho today chaired a meeting to review preparations and arrangements for the celebration of the 16th National Voters’ Day meant to be held on 25 January 2026 at the Ice Hockey Rink, Byamathang, Kargil.
The meeting was attended by Tehsildar, Kargil; Deputy District Election Officer; Executive Engineer, Mechanical; Executive Engineer, PDD; Executive Engineer, PHE; District Youth Officer, NYK; repr...
Leh, January 17/ VOL News Desk/ Shri Ghulam Mohd, JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Leh, today chaired a meeting to discuss and finalize arrangements for the celebration of the 16th National Voters’ Day (NVD), 2026 at the District Headquarters, Leh. The meeting was held at the Mini Conference Hall, DC Office, Leh.
National Voters’ Day is celebrated annually on 25th January across India to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India and to promote electoral participatio...
