EC Tashi inaugurates Anganwadi Center at Padum/Skidsherak

Zanskar, August 07, 2025 – Hon’ble Executive Councillor RDD, Panchayati Raj, Forest, ZDA and Information LAHDC, Kargil Er. Phunchok Tashi inaugurated newly constructed building of Anganwadi centre Padum/Skidsherak Zanskar today in the presence of Sub Divisional Magistrate Zanskar Sh. Mohd. Hassan. 

The event was also attended by CDPO Tashi Gurmath, JE R&B, concerned contractor, ICDS staff and Anganwadi workers and helpers. The Building was constructed at an estimated cost of 65 lacs execu...

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DC Kargil Visits Nam Suru to review Preparations for Suru Summer Festival

Kargil, August 7, 2025: Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar IAS today visited Yokma Namsuru in the Sub-Division Sankoo to review the on-ground preparations for the upcoming Suru Summer Festival and to take stock of various developmental and public issues facing the area.

Councillor Parkachik Agha Ainul Huda, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Sankoo, Executive Engineers from PHE Kargil, Mechanical Division, I&FC Kargil, SVD Sankoo, Tehsildar Taisuru, Assistant Director To...

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CEC Kargil attends National Handloom Day event, inaugurates Craft Mela

Kargil, August 7, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today attended the National Handloom Day event organised by the Department of Industries and Commerce, UT Ladakh, and inaugurated a seven-day Craft Mela at TFC Kargil.

Various stalls by the Handloom and Handicraft Department, artisans, SHG groups, EDI, DIC, and affiliated societies showcased a wide range of products, including knitted items, carpets, woollen toys, caps, and shawls.

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GDC Drass Observes ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ Campaign with Patriotic Fervour

Drass, August 7, 2025: Government Degree College Drass organized a series of activities under the nationwide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign with the objective of instilling patriotism among students and spreading awareness about the importance of the National Flag.

The event was coordinated by Sajad Hussain, Assistant Professor of Environmental Science and NSS/NCC Officer, under the supervision and guidance of the Principal, Nasirul Mehdi Shabani.

Students and staff participated in the pr...

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SDM Zanskar Reviews Independence Day Preparations

Zanskar, August 6, 2025 — Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Zanskar, Mohd Hassan, chaired a meeting on Wednesday at the Tourist Dak Bungalow to review preparations for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.

After a detailed discussion, it was decided that the main function will be held at the Sports Stadium Zanskar. Various committees were also constituted to oversee the smooth conduct of the event.

The SDM directed the Block Development Officers and the Executive Engineer of PHE Za...

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Ladakhi Artist Skarma Sonam Tashi Wins National Award at 64th National Exhibition of Art

NEW DELHI, August 5, 2025 – Ladakhi artist Skarma Sonam Tashi has been awarded the prestigious National Award at the 64th National Exhibition of Art, a flagship event organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi, and the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The award ceremony was held on August 5, 2025.

Skarma’s winning work, titled “My Homeland – 3,” is a sculpture that reflects the unique landscapes and traditional architectural styles of Ladakh. The artwork stands out for its us...

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Animal Husbandry Department in Leh Distributes Subsidized Nomadic Kits to Yak Herders

Leh, August 4, 2025: The Animal Husbandry Department, Leh organized a program at CAHO-Leh Office complex to distribute “Nomadic kit” under council subsidy for the year 2024-25.

The nomadic kits were distributed under the august hands of Sh. Tsering Angchok Hon’ble Deputy Chairman LAHDC-Leh, Sh. Tashi Namgyal Yakzee, Hon’ble Executive Councilor (Animal/Sheep Husbandry) LAHDC-Leh, Shri Kunzang Lotus, Hon’ble Councillor Hunder Constituency, Dr. Mohd Ismail Director, Animal/Sheep Husbandry an...

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CEC Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Meets Delegation from Nanritam Educational NGO to Explore Educational Reforms in Kargil

Kargil, August 04, 2025 – Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (HCEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today held a meeting with a delegation from Nanritam, an educational NGO actively working to improve learning outcomes through its “Education for All” initiative. The meeting was also attended by Hon’ble Executive Councillor for Education, Kacho Mohd Feroz.

The delegation was led by Ranjana Sengupta, General Secretary, and  Sarada Namhata, Joint Secretary of Nanritam. The...

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Ladakh Spearheads Ease of Doing Business with New Deregulation Initiatives

Leh, August 1, 2025 – Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, convened a high-level meeting today to review the progress of initiatives aimed at deregulating and reducing compliance burdens to enhance the region’s business environment.

The meeting focused on recommendations from a task force targeting eight priority areas. Secretary of Industries & Commerce, Sh. P.T. Rudra Goud, presented key suggestions, which included adopting a flexible zoning framework, eas...

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Investigation Launched After Seven Cattle Die at Shashi La

KARGIL, UT LADAKH — A preliminary report has been submitted to the Chief Animal Husbandry Officer of Kargil regarding the deaths of seven cattle at the high-altitude pastures of Shashi La. The report, dated July 28, 2025, details the findings of an on-site investigation conducted by a team from the Animal Husbandry Department.

Following an order from the Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, a team led by the Disease Investigation Officer, and including a Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS), an ...

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