Kargil, July 02, 2025 – In a significant move aimed at addressing public concerns and streamlining the progress of the NH-301 highway project, Chief Executive Councillor, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon chaired a high-level meeting today at the Council Secretariat, LAHDC Kargil. The meeting was convened following the initiative of Hon’ble Member of Parliament, UT Ladakh, Haji Hanifa Jan, who emphasized the importance of clarity and coordination in the execution of such a major infrastructure project....
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UT Administration initiates filling vacant posts after formalising domicile and reservation rules
Leh, July 2, 2025: Pursuant to putting in place a comprehensive legal framework to ensure fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment to public services, the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has initiated a large-scale recruitment drive for 359 Gazetted posts through the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This marks the first-ever recruitment of Gazetted posts through UPSC since the formation of the Union Territory.
This milestone follows the establishment of a unique...
Kargil Students Shine in Japan’s Sakura Science Exchange; CEC Felicitates Participants
Kargil, July 02, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today facilitated two students from Kargil Arif Hussain of Higher Secondary School Akchamal and Zahra Batool of Government Higher Secondary School Trespone who successfully represented the district in the prestigious Sakura Science Exchange Programme held in Japan.
Executive Councillor for Education, Zakir Hussain, Councilor Chiktan Kacho Liyaqat Khan and Chief Education Officer Kargil So...
Yawar SHG Launches Products in Pashkum, EC Kacho Feroz Assures Hill Council Support
Kargil, June 30, 2025 — The Yawar Self Help Group (SHG) formally launched its products at a ceremony held today at Panchayat A in Pashkum. The event was organised by the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), showcasing the entrepreneurial efforts of rural women in the region.
Executive Councillor (EC) Kacho Mohammad Feroz was the Chief Guest at the event, which was also attended by Sheikh Ahmad, Block Development Officer (BDO) Dr. Sarwar Shehzad (JKAS), and key NRLM officials includi...
Inauguration of EKTA (Exhibition cum Knowledge Sharing for Textile Advantage) Held at Eco Park, Leh
Date: 30th June 2025 | Location: Eco Park, Leh, UT Ladakh The Department of Sheep Husbandry, in collaboration with the Central Wool Development Board (CWDB), proudly hosted the inauguration of EKTA – Exhibition cum Knowledge Sharing for Textile Advantage today at Eco Park, Leh. The event served as a vibrant platform for promoting and strengthening Ladakh’s textile and wool sectors, especially the world-renowned Pashmina industry.
Dr. Mohmed Jafar, Chief Executive Councillor, Kargil, grace...
Ladakh Administration notifies Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Rules, 2025
Leh, June 29, 2025: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has achieved a significant milestone in the recruitment and reservation policy with the issuance of the Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Rules, 2025, redressing the long pending concern of the locals, especially the youth of Ladakh.
The amendments are made in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 23 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004, as amended by the UT of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulatio...
Ladakh Administration Notifies Areas Adjoining Actual Line of Control (ALC) for Reservation Purposes
Leh, June 29, 2025: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has added to its administrative stride yet another achievement with the issuance of the official notification declaring specific areas as Areas Adjoining the Actual Line of Control (ALC) under the provisions of the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004, as amended by the Union Territory of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025.
As per the notification, this includes 18 revenue villages in Leh district situ...
DC Kargil Chairs Meeting to Discuss Arrangements for Suru Adventure Fest 2025
Kargil, June 28, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar IAS, today chaired a meeting of officers and stakeholders at the Conference Hall, Baroo to discuss the arrangements for organizing the Suru Adventure Festival 2025.
SSP Kargil, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, SE – PHE, SDM Sankoo, AD Handicrafts, District Superintendent Handloom, Executive Engineer I&FC, Executive Engineer Mechanical, AD Information, GM NHPC, Representative of University of Ladakh (Kargil ...
DC Kargil Chairs Meeting to Review Arrangements for Moharram and Ashura Processions
Kargil, June 28, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kargil, Rakesh Kumar – IAS, today chaired a meeting at conference hall Baroo to review and finalize arrangements for the upcoming Muharram commemorations, including the processions on 9th and 10th Muharram.
The meeting was attended by SSP Kargil Shri Ram R, Additional Deputy Commissioner Imteeaz Kacho, Chief Medical Officer Kargil, Executive Engineer PHE, officers from the Food, PDD, Municipal, and Information departments, along with repres...
Dharti Abha Awareness and Benefit Saturation Camp Successfully Held at Choglamsar
LEH, JUNE 28, 2025 – An Awareness and Benefit Saturation Camp, under the initiative of Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan held today at the Kharnakling Community Hall in Choglamsar. The campaign successfully provided essential services and raised awareness about government welfare schemes to the local residents in the area.
Various departments actively participated in the campaign, aiming to reach the general public directly. Among them were the Revenue Department, Education Depar...