Author: The Dispatch Staff

KARGIL:  November 11, 2025: In a series of public interactions aimed at strengthening citizen engagement, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, met several delegations from different parts of Kargil at Raj Niwas, Kargil today. During the meetings, Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar, and Superintendent of Police, Kargil, Shri Nitin Yadav, were also present. Among the delegations, representatives Mohd Afzal and Mohd Kazim from the Medical Department requested the creation and upgradation of posts such as Senior ECG Technician, Senior Cardiographer, Senior Anesthesia Technician, and Senior Technician Supervisor, to strengthen healthcare services in the district. Another…

Leh, Ladakh: In a strong push for citizen-centric governance, Additional District Commissioner (ADC) Leh, Mr. Ghulam Mohammad (JKAS), chaired a ‘Mimang-Si-sJabstogs’ public outreach and grievance redressal camp at Yangtsay Community Hall, uniting residents of Sankar, Yurtung, and Chubi Kadpa villages in Upper Leh. The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from villagers, Nambardars, and officials from multiple government departments. ADC Leh and departmental heads interacted directly with residents, addressing key concerns related to water supply, roads, education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Several issues were resolved on the spot, while others were forwarded for immediate departmental follow-up. ADC Ghulam Mohammad urged citizens to actively…

Leh, November 11, 2025: As part of the ongoing “Mimangs-Si-Sjabstogs” — Administration at Your Doorstep — initiative, a public outreach camp was held today at Government High School, Chuchot Gongma. The camp was led by Nodal Officer Ruth Mary (AD, FCS & CA, Leh), who welcomed villagers and outlined the objectives of the initiative aimed at ensuring direct citizen engagement and prompt service delivery. A total of 26 officers and officials from various government departments participated, providing information on welfare schemes, listening to grievances, and addressing key local issues. Around 100 villagers from Chuchot Gongma and adjoining areas attended the…

Khaltsi, November 11: Continuing the Mimang-Si-sJabstogs outreach drive, public service camps were successfully held today at Tia and Temisgam villages in the Khaltsi Sub-Division. Supervised by SDM Khaltsi, Mohd Sharif, the camps witnessed enthusiastic participation from villagers and officials representing all major departments. The SDM interacted with residents, outlined the objectives of the initiative, and ensured immediate redressal of grievances raised during the sessions. Representatives from departments including R&B, Revenue, Health, Veterinary, BDO, Forest, Horticulture, ICDS, ARC, Food, PDD, PHE, Agriculture, Sheep Husbandry, PMGSY, as well as J&K Bank and SBI Khaltsi, provided on-the-spot services such as resident, ST, and…

Leh, November 11: The Department of Social and Tribal Welfare, Leh, under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), in collaboration with the Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust, Karnataka, has launched a Morning Nutrition Programme benefiting 1,000 Anganwadi children across Leh district. The programme was inaugurated in the presence of Director, Social and Tribal Welfare Department, Ladakh, Ms. Kunzes Angmo (JKAS); District Programme Officer, ICDS Leh, A.G. Zargar (JKAS); National Manager, Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust, Mr. Allath Santosh; and Regional Manager, Mr. Chandan Kumar. Director Kunzes Angmo lauded the Trust’s initiative, highlighting its importance in improving child nutrition in Ladakh’s…

Nubra, November 11, 2025: Continuing the week-long Mimang-Si-sJabstogs public outreach campaign, a comprehensive grievance redressal and service delivery camp was held today at Aranoo Gogma village in Nubra Sub-Division. Led by Tehsildar Sumoor, Mr. Tashi Chhostak, the camp saw active participation from villagers and officials across departments. Concerns related to essential services, infrastructure, and welfare schemes were addressed on the spot, ensuring prompt redressal. During the camp, officials issued 7 resident certificates, 4 Scheduled Tribe certificates, several new ST and domicile certificates, and 19 revenue extracts. Grievances under Jal Jeevan Mission were resolved immediately, while the Animal Husbandry Department provided…

Leh, November 11, 2025: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Leh, observed Legal Services Day at the Community Hall in Saboo on November 8, 2025. The event saw the participation of Advocate Phuntsog Stobgyal, Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel, Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs), and local villagers. Addressing the gathering, Advocate Phuntsog Stobgyal outlined the key provisions of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, and explained the framework of Legal Services Institutions operating at the State, District, and Taluka levels. He underlined the importance of free legal aid and public legal awareness in ensuring equitable access to justice, noting that DLSA…

Nyoma, Ladakh – Taking governance to remote corners, public outreach camps under the Mimang-Si-sJabstogs initiative were held at Hemya and Kungyam villages in Nyoma Sub-Division. Supervised by SDM Nyoma, Shri Kacho Asgar Ali, the camps witnessed enthusiastic participation from residents as officials from multiple departments addressed public grievances and reviewed ongoing projects. Issues related to PWD, Rural Development, Irrigation & Flood Control, and PHE were taken up on the spot, with several resolved immediately. Officials also spread awareness about various Centrally Sponsored and UT schemes, outlining benefits and application processes. The SDM assured villagers of continued follow-up and transparency…

https://youtube.com/shorts/6429iLh1qPc?feature=share A team of eleven cyclists — five women and six men — has completed a remarkable journey from the plains of Delhi to the windswept shores of Pangong Tso, Ladakh, pedalling across some of the most challenging and awe-inspiring terrain in the Himalayas. The expedition, undertaken to honour the supreme sacrifice of India’s soldiers, became much more than a test of endurance. It evolved into a moving tribute to courage and remembrance — a living expression of national gratitude to those who laid down their lives in service of the nation. On November 10, the expedition reached its destination…

Says digital platforms will democratize access to quality education Kargil, November 10: The Hon’b le Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today launched the ‘Kargil Digital Classroom’ YouTube channel at Raj Niwas, Kargil. The initiative marks a significant step towards integrating technology with education in the Union Territory. The project is an innovative collaboration between the District Administration Kargil, the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) Kargil, the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Kargil and Education Department. Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon; Member of Parliament Ladakh, Mohmad Haneefa Jan; Executive Councillor Er.…

Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta inaugurated Phase-I of the Sodh Lift Irrigation Scheme under the Special Development Package worth Rs 9.97 crore. He reiterated PM Modi’s vision that development is incomplete without empowering the remotest villages.

Drass, November 9: Government Degree College (GDC) Drass successfully conducted a three-day study-cum-exposure educational tour to Kashmir, offering students of Tourism & Travel Management, Geology, and Environmental Science an enriching experience in practical learning and field-based study. The tour focused on promoting awareness about ecology, biodiversity, geology, environmental conservation, and sustainable tourism through direct observation and expert interaction. On Day 1, the group visited Manasbal Lake, a vital wetland ecosystem in Kashmir. Professors Sajad Hussain and Dr. Muneer-ul-Islam briefed the students on lake ecology, hydrological functions, and the importance of wetland conservation. Meanwhile, Dr. Shoaib Maqbool and Dr. Mohsin Ahmad…

Zangla, Nov 10: On the auspicious occasion of Zangla Skurim, Hon’ble Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Phunchok Tashi, laid the foundation stone for the construction of a Multipurpose Community Hall at Zangla, approved under the District Capex Budget at an estimated cost of ₹3.17 crore. He also inaugurated the newly developed Community Park near the Nunnery, a project executed by the Zanskar Development Authority (ZDA) at a cost of ₹3 crore. The park, envisioned as a monument of peace and compassion, aims to promote pilgrim tourism and preserve Zangla’s spiritual heritage. The event was attended by SDM Zanskar, Shri Omkar…

Kharu, Nov 10: A mass awareness programme on Financial Literacy and Inclusion was held at the Shaitan Singh Memorial Auditorium Hall, Kharu, on Monday, aiming to empower local residents with knowledge of modern banking and financial welfare schemes. The event was organised by the Lead District Manager (LDM) Office, Leh, in collaboration with the SDM Office Kharu, various banks, and the Crisil Foundation. It saw enthusiastic participation from villagers, PRI members, Nambardars, officials from line departments, and representatives from J&K Bank, PNB, SBI, and the Centre for Financial Literacy (CFL). Addressing the gathering, LDM Ms. Stanzin Dolkar said the programme…

Leh, 10: The Department of Zoology, EJM College, Leh organized a one-day educational wildlife tour for students of the Interdisciplinary Course “Wildlife Conservation” to Puga Valley on Saturday. The tour, flagged off from the college campus at 8:30 a.m., followed the scenic Indus River basin route. Faculty members Dr. Mohd Murtaza and Dr. Mumtaz Ali accompanied and guided the students, briefing them about the region’s rich biodiversity and ecological significance. During the field visit, students observed several wildlife species using binoculars and photographic equipment. Among the mammals spotted were Blue Sheep (Pseudois nayaur), Urial or Shapo (Ovis vignei), and Kiang…

Kargil, Nov 9: The inaugural 1st Fateh Cup Football Tournament 2025 began today with high energy and patriotic fervour at the Astro Turf Football Ground, Khel Gaon, Kurbathang, Kargil. Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohammad Jaffer Akhoon, inaugurated the tournament as Chief Guest, while Joint Director, Youth Services and Sports (YSS), UT Ladakh, Tahir Hussain Zubdavi, graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. Organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, UT Ladakh, in collaboration with the Kargil Football Association and supported by the Indian Army, the tournament pays homage to the martyrs of…

Kargil, Nov 9: In a step towards fostering creativity and youth entrepreneurship in Kargil, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohammad Jaffer Akhoon, on Sunday inaugurated MK Studio, a new multimedia venture founded by young entrepreneur Zulfikar Ali. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Member of Parliament (MP) Ladakh, Haji Mohammad Hanifa Jan, as Guest of Honour, and Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, as Special Guest. Former Executive Councillor Aga Syed Abass and several senior officers were also present. Congratulating the founder, CEC Dr. Akhoon lauded Zulfikar Ali for turning his expertise into a professional…

Leh, Nov 9:On the occasion of National Entrepreneurship Day, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, inaugurated the “Enterprising Ladakh” initiative at EJM College, Leh, calling it a “milestone towards a self-reliant and innovative Ladakh.” Addressing a gathering of students, entrepreneurs, and officials, the LG said Ladakh is “rapidly emerging as a symbol of innovation and self-reliance, reflecting the true spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.” He said the region’s collective efforts, backed by progressive governance and community innovation, are transforming it into a model of resilience and creativity. Enterprising Ladakh, a flagship programme of the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of…

Leh, Nov 9: Uttarakhand Foundation Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat, Ladakh, in the presence of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Shri Kavinder Gupta, along with members of the armed forces and paramilitary personnel from Uttarakhand presently serving in Ladakh. Extending warm greetings to the people of Uttarakhand, the Lt Governor highlighted India’s remarkable journey from being a collection of princely states to an integrated and united nation. He paid rich tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose vision and determination laid the foundation for a unified Bharat, nurturing a deep sense of patriotism and national pride. The…

New Delhi, Nov 9 — The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL), chaired by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, has granted clearance to 12 major defence projects in Ladakh aimed at strengthening India’s operational readiness along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China. According to the Defence Ministry, several of these projects are critical for maintaining a “high level of operational preparedness” amid the “increasing assertiveness” of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The approved proposals include a training node at Tara, an artillery battery in Leh, two Formation Ammunition Storage Facilities (FASF), a brigade headquarters…