CEC Kargil Lays Foundation Stone for ₹13 Crore Finance Complex at Kurbathang

Kargil, July 10, 2024 – In a significant development for the region, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, laid the foundation stone for the construction of a modern Finance Complex at Kurbathang, Kargil.

The ceremony was attended by prominent officials, including Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, Councillor Abdul Wahid, Chief Controller Finance, Chief Planning Officer, Executive Eng...

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LAHDC Kargil Plans Summer Break for Schools Amid Soaring Temperatures

Kargil, July 10, 2024 – In a bid to provide relief to students and teachers amidst the rising temperatures, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, held a meeting today to discuss the summer vacation schedule.

The meeting, attended by Executive Councilor Education Zakir Hussain, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, Principal DIET, Chief Education Officer Kargil, and other officials of the...

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CEC, Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Visits Flood-Affected Areas to Assess Damages

Kargil, July 09, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today visited the flood-affected villages of Stakpa, Malikbar Thama, Malikbar Kilma, Yakza, and surrounding areas to assess the ongoing restoration efforts and address public grievances.

During the visit, the CEC reviewed the progress of ongoing works, particularly the diversion of floodwater back to its original course and the restoration of essential services. He interacted with t...

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JD Finance Reviews Public Welfare Schemes, Stresses Timely Implementation for FY 2025-26

Kargil, July 09, 2025 – Joint Director/Chief Controller Finance (JD/CCF), LAHDC Kargil, Iftikhar Hussain today chaired a meeting with the officers of various departments to review the implementation of public-oriented schemes and units under the subsidy component for the financial year 2025-26.

The meeting was attended by the Joint Director/Chief Planning Officer Kargil, DPO Kargil; Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Kargil; Chief Education Officer Kargil; Chief Horticulture Officer Kargil; P...

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Er. Punchok Tashi Visits Zangla Village, Nunnery, Padum, and Junhkore

Zanskar, July 08, 2025 – In a significant move to monitor the progress of various ongoing developmental projects and to initiate newly approved works, Hon’ble Executive Councilor for RDD/PRI and Zanskar Development Authority, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi conducted an extensive on-site visit to Zangla village, Padum, Nunnery, and Junhkore on Tuesday.

During the visit, Er. Tashi inspected key development sites including the Padum Lakhang area, the link road at Junhkore, and the courtyard...

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First Pre-Board Exams for Class 10th and 12th Begin in Ladakh

Kargil, July 9, 2025 — The first pre-board examinations for Class 10th and Class 12th students commenced today across the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh, under the supervision of the Secretary, School Education, and Director, School Education, UT Ladakh. The exams will continue until July 18, 2025, covering both Leh and Kargil districts.

A total of 26 examination centres have been set up in Kargil and 19 in Leh. The exams are being conducted with full sanctity and adherence to secrecy pro...

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DC Leh Romil Singh Donk convenes meeting regarding Tourism Promotion in Leh

Leh, July 8, 2025 – A crucial follow-up meeting, chaired by Romil Singh Donk (IAS), Deputy Commissioner, Leh was held today at the DC Office to address the issue of declining tourism in Leh and timely allocation of funds for its promotion. The meeting stemmed from a previous commitment by Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), Adv. Tashi Gyalson, to provide an additional ₹1 crore fund for tourism promotion.

The primary focus of the discussion was the appropriate allocation and timely r...

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DR. Thinlas Inspects Ladakh Health Projects addresses concerns

Dr. Tashi Thinlas, Director Health & Medical Education Department, UT Ladakh, was accompanied by the BMO, Khalsti, SO (Planning), and JE, R&B, Khalsti for a one-day inspection /monitor the ongoing infrastructural projects at Ayushman Arogya Mandir, Mangue, Hemis shukpachan, Ullay Tokpo, Saspochay and Liker.

The inspection focused on the construction of 4 set staff quarters under SDP at Ayushman Arogya Mandir, Ullay Tokpo, Mangue, Saspochey, Hemis Shukpachan and Liker carried out at the co...

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Leh Observes Ashura with Solemn Processions, Communal Unity, and Acts of Service

Leh, July 06, 2025 – Shab-e-Ashura and Youm-e-Ashura, marking the 10th day of Muharram, were observed in Leh with profound faith, deep mourning, and communal unity.

The commemorations began on the evening of 5th July and continued through the 6th of July 2025, drawing a large number of devotees from Leh and nearby villages.

The central Ashura procession commenced from the historic Jama Masjid Chuterantak, tracing its traditional route through Main Market, Leh, as thousands of mourners ...

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Principal Govt Degree College Drass Visits construction sites of college campus

Kargil, July 07, 2025 – The newly appointed Principal Incharge of Government Degree College Drass, Dr. Nasir ul Mehdi Shabani, visited the college campus to familiarize himself with the ongoing work and infrastructure. Accompanied by the staff, he inspected various facilities to assess their condition and identify areas for improvement.

During his visit, Principal Shabani inspected Girls Hostel, Staff Quarters, Administrative Block, and Lecture Block. He inspected the classrooms and audit...

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