Author: The Dispatch Staff

Kargil, April 14: The Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today handed over appointment letters to 200 newly appointed government employees at a Rozgar Mela held at Syed Mehdi Auditorium Hall Kargil. The HLG congratulated the newly appointed employees on successfully clearing the competitive process. He extended his heartfelt congratulations not only to the selected candidates but also to their families, acknowledging their support, sacrifices, and encouragement. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor described the appointment letters as more than just employment documents, calling them the beginning of a lifelong responsibility. He reminded the appointees that millions…

Kargil, April 14: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena today attended the renaming ceremony of the District Hospital, Kargil, which has been named in honour of late Qamar Ali Akhoon, a respected social worker and public leader who made invaluable contributions to the region. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor extended greetings to public representatives, administrative secretaries, senior officers, doctors, medical staff, technicians, nursing students, and all those present. He said he felt privileged to be part of the ceremony and recalled that the decision to rename the hospital was taken without hesitation, as it was…

Saxena Drass, April 13: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today launched the “Ladakh Trans-Himalayan Cold Desert Urban Forestry and Food Forest Initiative” at Khandiyal in Drass, marking a significant step towards enhancing green cover, environmental sustainability, and food security in the region. Addressing a gathering of public representatives, officials, and local residents, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the unique ecological challenges of Ladakh as a cold desert with less than one per cent green cover. He emphasised the need for collective efforts to increase greenery and urged citizens to treat tree plantation as a shared responsibility, stating…

Drass, April 13: The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today paid heartfelt homage to the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation at the Kargil War Memorial. During his visit, the Lieutenant Governor laid a wreath at the memorial and offered floral tributes to the martyrs, followed by a solemn silence in their honour. The visit reflected deep reverence and gratitude towards the valour and sacrifice of the Indian Armed Forces. The Lieutenant Governor also visited the ‘Hut of Remembrance’ at the War Memorial, where he viewed the preserved letters…

Expresses satisfaction over progress of work Asks officials to expedite work for year-round connectivity to Ladakh Kargil, April 13: The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today visited the Eastern Portal of Zoji-La Tunnel to inspect the ongoing construction work during his visit to Drass, reviewing progress on one of the most significant infrastructure projects aimed at ensuring all-weather connectivity to Ladakh. During the inspection, the Lieutenant Governor was given a detailed presentation on the project. He was informed that the tunnel, being executed by Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Ltd at a sanctioned cost…

Kargil, April 12: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Mohd Jaffer Akhoon inaugurated the Hajj Orientation and Training Programme for Hajj 2026 (Hijri 1447) at Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall, Kargil. The programme, organised by the Hajj Committee Kargil, aimed at preparing selected pilgrims from across Kargil district for the sacred pilgrimage. The event began with Tilawat-e-Quran, setting a spiritual tone, and was attended by prominent dignitaries, religious scholars, officials, and pilgrims. In his address, CEC Dr. Akhoon congratulated the selected pilgrims and expressed confidence that the orientation programme would equip them with essential knowledge and preparedness for…

Leh, April 11: The valedictory session of a six-day Basic Course in Smartphone Filmmaking concluded on a high note at Eliezer Joldan Memorial College, marking a successful collaboration between the Ladakh Skill Development Mission and the Film and Television Institute of India. The intensive training programme, guided by noted visual communication professional Ajmal Jami, saw the participation of 36 students who were trained in key aspects of smartphone filmmaking, including storytelling, framing, editing, and production techniques. The course culminated in a special screening of short films created by the participants, which stood out as the highlight of the event. The…

Kargil, April 12: The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, inaugurated the newly constructed Rural Development Department (RDD) Complex and District Resource Centre at Kurbathang, along with a state-of-the-art Co-Working Space in Kargil. Built at a cost of ₹19.56 crore, the RDD Complex brings multiple key offices under one roof, including the Directorate, Assistant Commissioner Development, and District Panchayat Officer, ensuring streamlined governance and better coordination. The complex is equipped with a Resource Centre, library, and a conference hall to support planning and capacity building. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor expressed confidence that the…

Kharu, Ladakh: The Sub-Divisional Administration Kharu, under the guidance of the Deputy Commissioner Leh, convened a high-level stakeholder meeting to streamline key administrative initiatives and strengthen grassroots governance across the sub-division. The meeting brought together Sub-Divisional Heads, Nambardars, and key stakeholders, including representatives from the Army and Border Roads Organisation (BRO), to discuss effective implementation of the UT Ladakh administration’s flagship programmes. Key issues deliberated during the meeting included curbing the growing drug menace, improving sanitation and cleanliness, promoting plantation drives, ensuring water conservation, and strengthening the school mentorship programme. The administration also emphasized enhancing efficiency and transparency in public…

Kargil, April 12: The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today inaugurated the newly constructed Rural Development Department (RDD) Complex and the District Resource Centre at Kurbathang, along with the Co-Working Space at Kargil. The RDD Building, constructed at a cost of 19.56 crores, incorporates all key officers under a single roo,f including Directorate, Assistant Commissioner Development, District Panchayat Officer and others. The building complex has a Resource Centre, Library, and a Conference Hall. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor expressed confidence that the RDD Complex and District Resource Centre would play a pivotal…

Colonel Sonam Wangchuk (Retd), Kargil war hero and ‘Lion of Ladakh’, died of cardiac arrest at 61 at his residence in Ladakh. He was one of the earliest heroes of the 1999 Kargil War and a Mahavir Chakra awardee and his career, spanning three decades and multiple theatres, came to be defined by a single night on a frozen ridge at 5,500 metres. According to the Additional Directorate General of Public Information, IHQ of MoD (Army), Colonel Sonam Wangchuk (Retd) displayed indomitable courage, gallantry and exceptional leadership while leading his team amidst intense enemy firing to clear the Chorbatla Axis…

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed between the Directorate of AYUSH, UT Ladakh under the National AYUSH Mission and Lamdon Model Senior Secondary School (LMSSS Leh) on 8th April 2026 at Leh. The MoU was signed by Dr. Tashi Thinlas, Director of AYUSH, UT Ladakh, and Tsewang Dolma Principal of the school. This collaboration, with the establishment of a Yoga Wellness and Meditation Centre, aims to promote holistic health and well-being through the integration of yoga and meditation practices within the school environment, benefiting students, staff, and the local community. The key objectives of the MoU include promoting…

Nyoma, 08th of April 2026:- The “Jung sJabs” Programme under the Administrative at Doorstep successfully conducted at Teri village under the chairmanship of Sh. Tashi Chhostak, Naib Tehsildar, Niabat Chumathang. The programme aimed to strengthen public outreach, enhance awareness, and ensure effective delivery of government welfare schemes and services at the grassroots level. During the camp, various public services and awareness activities were provided to the residents. Officials from several departments actively participated in the camp and provided on-spot services and guidance to the villagers. The programme witnessed active participation from the local residents, who benefited from the services and…

Leh, April 8, 2026: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, visited National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Leh, to review ongoing innovation projects and assess various institutional initiatives. He was accompanied by the Secretary, School Education, Bhanu Prabha, the Director, NIELIT, Phuntsog Toldan, and other senior officials. During the visit, Director NIELIT, Phuntsog Toldan, delivered a comprehensive presentation highlighting the institute’s key activities, including its introduction, Research and Development, capacity-building programmes, and efforts towards fostering a startup ecosystem in Ladakh. The Chief Secretary was also briefed on several digital portals and applications developed…

L-G says such key digital initiatives will boost tourism and cultural outreach Leh, April 8: In a bid to strengthen Ladakh’s tourism sector and promote its rich cultural heritage, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today launched the official Ladakh Tourism portal (https://tourism.ladakh.gov.in/) at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat in the presence of venerable rinpoches, monks and senior government officials. On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor also launched the official portal for the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha (https://tathagata.co.in/), marking a significant step towards enhancing Ladakh’s global spiritual…

Leh, April 6: Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, on Monday reviewed the progress of the Ladakh Electric Vehicle and Allied Infrastructure Policy, 2022, with a strong focus on expanding electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure under the PM E-Drive initiative. Chairing a high-level meeting, Kundra assessed the implementation status of Electric Vehicle Public Charging Stations (EV-PCS) across the region. Officials presented detailed updates on policy targets, incentives, exemptions from road taxes, and provisions for end-user subsidies aimed at promoting EV adoption among private buyers and transport operators. The Chief Secretary directed departments to conduct a comprehensive…

LG V K Saxena tweets |Met Indian astronaut, Gr Captain Shubhanshu Shukla at Lok Niwas, Ladakh. Had an engaging and fruitful conversation on his space experience and providing exposure to young students from Ladakh at Indian Space Research Centres at Bengaluru and Trivandrum. Also invited Shri Shukla to keep visiting Ladakh for regular interaction and idea exchange with young minds and motivate them for aiming the sky”.

Kargil, April 06, 2026 The recruitment examination for 10+2 Resource Persons was conducted smoothly and successfully at Government Degree College Kargil, ensuring a fair and well-organised process. The examination was held under the supervision of Sarwar Shahzad, who served as the Superintendent. Ghulam Raza was appointed as the Deputy Superintendent, while Fida Hassnain carried out duties as Magistrate to ensure strict adherence to examination protocols. Out of 593 registered candidates, a total of 496 candidates appeared for the examination, reflecting a strong participation rate. Authorities had made adequate arrangements to maintain transparency and fairness throughout the process. Officials from Jawahar…

A key administrative change has taken place in the planning department as Kacho Mohammad Hussain has officially taken over charge as Chief Planning Officer (CPO) / Joint Director Planning. The charge was formally handed over by Abdul Hadi in a smooth and seamless handover–takeover process, ensuring continuity in the functioning of the department. Officials expressed confidence that under the leadership of Kacho Mohammad Hussain, the planning wing will continue to work efficiently towards developmental goals and strategic planning initiatives.

Leh, April 06, 2026 In a significant step towards strengthening disaster preparedness in the region, a sensitisation workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) was conducted in Leh. The workshop was organised by the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) in collaboration with the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRR&R), UT Ladakh. The event was held in the presence of Madhup Vyas, Executive Director of NIDM. The workshop aimed at building a strong foundation of disaster awareness, with a special focus on preparedness, effective communication, community participation, and resilience, particularly in the high-altitude context of Ladakh. Emphasis was…