Kargil, June 2025 — In the run-up to the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Indian Army has launched a special outreach drive under the banner of the Forever in Operational Division to honor the bravehearts of the Kargil War and connect with their families.
As part of this heartfelt initiative, Havildar Haider Ali of the 508 Army Service Corps Battalion undertook a challenging journey to visit the family of the late Havildar Chhering Tashi of the elite LADAKH SCOUTS. Covering a grueling three-d...
Zanskar, June 5, 2025 – Executive Councillor (EC) for Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Forest, Wildlife, and Information, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Phunsok Tashi, conducted an extensive tour of the Zanskar Sub-Division to assess the progress of ongoing developmental works and inspect newly sanctioned projects under the Capex and Special Development Package (SDP) schemes.
As part of the visit, EC Tashi laid the foundation stones for multiple key infrastructure projects. These included a multi-ut...
Kargil, Ladakh – June 2, 2025 – Authorities in Kargil have released the official pricing for live sheep and goats designated for Qurbani (sacrifice) during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha in 2025. The decision, formalized following a meeting led by the Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, establishes standardized rates applicable throughout the Kargil District and the Zanskar sub-division in anticipation of the religious festival.
The newly announced rates specify that Goat/Sheep of the Delhi ...
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 ...
Zanskar, May 26, 2025 – A large-scale plantation drive by Anjuman-e-Jamiat-ul-Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil, under its green initiative Al Hima-Laya Green Mission and Research Centre, concluded at Government Degree College (GDC) Zanskar on Monday. The initiative saw the planting of over 500 saplings of indigenous tree species on the college campus.
The drive was graced by Executive Councillor for Tourism and Zanskar Affairs, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Phuntsok Tashi, who served as the chief guest.
...Kargil, March 24, 2025: Executive Councilor, RDD/PRI and Zanskar Development Authority LAHDC, Kargil, Er Punchok Tashi today took on-site assessment of the damages caused due to a recent rock fall at the historic Phuktal Monastery in Zanskar.
The rock fall, which occurred earlier this month, caused substantial harm to the monastery’s prayer hall and storeroom, as well as buried essential supplies under debris.
During his visit, Er. Punchok Tashi engaged with the monks and local represe...
Kargil, February 09, 2025: The 20-day basic ice hockey coaching camp, organized by Zonal Physical Education Department, Zanskar, successfully concluded today.
The closing ceremony witnessed a large audience, including In-charge Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Zanskar, Mohd Hassan, who graced the occasion as the chief guest, along with other sub-division officers.
In his welcome address, Zonal Physical Education Officer, Stanzin Lobzang, highlighted the objectives of the coaching camp, ...
It was never a choice for us coming from a remote village in Zanskar valley (Padum) but rather a compulsory option to go away from home at such a young age just to get an education. I wouldn’t say “just” when we sacrifice all and everything we have for education. All the sacrifices our families made to make sure we have sufficient education – that’s how much value education holds in this generation.
We all are aware that Ladakh is known for its harsh winter, where the temperature reaches ...
Kargil, October 16, 2024: Executive Councilor for ZDA, RDD, Cooperative, and Information, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi, today inaugurated the Zanskar Buddhist Association Office cum Multi-Purpose Library at Maniringmo Padum. The facility was constructed at a cost of ₹1.50 crores under the District Capex Budget.
During the inauguration function Area Development Officer/SDM Zanskar, Romil Singh Donk and President Zanskar Buddhist Association, Paksang Lawang, President Lambardar Associati...
Zanskar, October 14, 2024: Dr. Iftiqar Hussain, Director of Sheep Husbandry Department, UT Ladakh, began his three-day visit to Zanskar Sub Division on October 13. The primary objective of his visit was to interact with local farmers and herders, gaining firsthand knowledge of the challenges they face in the region.
During his interactions, Dr. Iftiqar emphasized that the department will explore all opportunities to provide better livestock healthcare services and facilities to local farm...
