Zanskar, March 11, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ An outreach camp under the Khidmat-e-Awaam programme was organised today in Salapi Panchayat Halqa in the Zanskar sub-division, while a Shaam-e-Awaam public interaction session was held at Ufti Pibiting Panchayat Halqa as part of the “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore” campaign aimed at taking government services to remote villages.
The camp was conducted on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of LAHDC Kargil and the Sub-Divis...
Zanskar, February 11/ VOL News Desk/ The ICDS Department Zanskar, in collaboration with the Education Department Zanskar, today celebrated the International Day of Women and Girls in Science at Government High School Karsha, Zanskar.
The event aimed to promote awareness and encourage women and girls to pursue education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), thereby fostering gender equality and empowerment in the scientific field.
Dr. Tsetan, Gynecolog...
Zanskar, February 10/ VOL News Desk/ Under the directions of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Zanskar, a joint inspection drive was conducted today in the Main Market, Zanskar, to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and to safeguard consumer interests.
The inspection was led by the Naib Tehsildar, Zanskar, and carried out jointly by the Food Safety Officer, officials from the Medical Department, the Tehsil Supply Officer (TSO), FCS&CA Department, along with the Police team....
Zanskar, January 13, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ On the directions of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Zanskar, a Committee headed by Shri Mohd Hassan, Tehsildar, Zanskar and comprising the Accounts Officer, ZDA and the Block Development Officer, Zanskar conducted a surprise inspection of various Government offices today to assess punctuality, attendance, and delivery of public services.
During the inspection of CHC, Padum, the Committee scrutinized the attendance registers and verified the leave ...
Zanskar, November 10/ VOL News Desk/ On the auspicious occasion of Zangla Skurim, Hon’ble Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Phunchok Tashi today laid foundation stone for construction of a Multipurpose Community Hall at Zangla approved under District capex with an estimated cost of Rs 3.17 Cr and also dedicated the newly developed Community Park near Nunnery, Zangla, a sacred monument envisioned to foster harmony, compassion, peace, and promote pilgrim tourism in the region.
The pro...
Zanskar, September 06, 2025: Executive Councilor for RDD/PRI and Zanskar Development Authority, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi, chaired a meeting of the Rural Development Department (RDD) at TFC Padum, covering all three blocks of Zanskar.
The review focused on physical and financial progress under various schemes, including District Capex, SDP, State Sector, CCDA, and GIA Panchayat.
Tashi expressed satisfaction with the progress so far, noting 70% financial achievement in the RDD sec...
Zanskar, August 23, 2025: The newly posted Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Zanskar, Mr. Omkar Rajendara Gundage, IAS, chaired an introductory meeting with the Sub Divisional Officers today at Tourist Dak Bungalow, Padum, Zanskar.
The meeting was attended by all officers of the Sub Division, who extended a warm welcome to the newly appointed SDM.
During his address, Mr. Gundage emphasized the importance of teamwork for the overall development of the region. He urged all officers and ...
Zanskar, August 9, 2025: In a significant step toward promoting sustainable wool production and enhancing rural livelihoods, Sheep Husbandry Department, Kargil, officially launched the Integrated Wool Development Programme (IWDP) for the year 2025–26, under the aegis of the Central Wool Development Board, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, in the Zanskar Subdivision today. The event was organized in the form of a grand Sheep Show-cum-Seminar, which witnessed enthusiastic participatio...
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...
Kargil, July 22, 2025: Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today conducted inspection of power infrastructure in Zanskar, including the Haftal Power House, Raru Electrical Station, and Takkar 11 KV line.
During the visit to Haftal Power House, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the progress of canal-related works. He directed the Chief Project Engineer to ensure completion of the canal construction by the end of August, emphasizing the need for timely execution to enh...
