Author: The Dispatch Staff
Says reopening of schools, markets, public institutions show people’s trust in Administration Directs for lifting of restrictions to restore normalcy in Ladakh Urges people, youth, to maintain restraint, uphold peace & harmony UT Admin remains dedicated to make Ladakh a model of peace, sustainability & inclusive growth Leh, October 8: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the prevailing situation in the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Director General of Police Dr. S.D. Singh Jamwal, IG CRPF Pawan Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner Leh, Senior…
KARGIL: National Wildlife Week–2025 concluded today with a grand celebration at Auditorium Hall Kargil, centered around the theme “Human–Animal Co-existence.” The week-long program was organized by the Wildlife Department Kargil in collaboration with the Education Department Kargil, with support from Team Roqs. During the week, various awareness activities and workshops were held across different educational institutions, focusing on wildlife conservation, pelt-making, toy crafting, and other creative engagements for students. Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd. Jaffer Akhoon was the Chief Guest, Executive Councillor Er. Punchok Tashi was the Guest of Honour, and Deputy Commissioner Kargil Rakesh Kumar…
KARGIL : District Police Kargil, in collaboration with the District Hospital Kargil and the Ladakh Blood Donors Group, organized a blood donation camp at the District Police Lines, Kargil. Senior Superintendent of Police, Kargil, Shree Ram R, Additional Superintendent of Police Nitin Yadav, SP CRPF, and several personnel from Ladakh Police and CRPF voluntarily donated blood during the camp. Speaking to the media, SSP Kargil Shree Ram R said that this is the second consecutive year that District Police Kargil has organized a blood donation camp with the motive to inculcate the practice of blood donation, which he termed as…
Tsewang Dorjay, President of PAGIR, called on LG Kavinder Gupta at the Lt Governor’s Secretariat.
HUNDAR Dok, Nubra: In a testament to unwavering dedication, the teachers of P/S HUNDAR Dok school have been lauded by Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Nubra, S. Dolkar, for their exceptional commitment to providing education in a challenging, remote environment. This came after the ZEO’s recent visit to the school on October 6, 2025. The ZEO’s journey to P/S HUNDAR Dok itself underscored the difficult conditions faced by the educators and students. Undertaking a 1.5-hour trek through steep mountain paths and crossing a river to reach the village, ZEO experienced firsthand the arduous commute. Despite the geographical hurdles, she was highly…
A group of 33 Range Forest Officer trainees from the Karnataka Forest Academy, Dharwad, including 24 male and 9 female officers, visited Ladakh from 1st to 4th October 2025. The exposure trip aimed at enhancing field knowledge of forestry in extreme environments. The tour covered major ecological and research locations such as Hemis National Park, Plant Field Research Station at Tsokstot (Diskit), Nubra, and the Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary. The trainees were briefed by Range Forest Officers of Nubra and Durbuk. Key insights were provided on afforestation techniques adapted in the high-altitude cold desert ecosystem, native species selection, seasonal plantation strategies,…
Kargil, October 7, 2025: Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, Prof. Saket Kushwaha, visited the Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil on T uesday. Prof. Kushwaha was received by Principal Disket Angmo with traditional khataks and escorted by NCC cadets to the college seminar hall, where a large number of students had gathered for his address. In her welcome speech, Principal Angmo extended warm greetings to the Vice Chancellor on behalf of the college and expressed gratitude for his second visit to the institution. Syed Mustafa Kamal, Staff Secretary and Assistant Professor of Geography, presented a memorandum on behalf of…
Reaffirms commitment to peace, welfare, & inclusive growth in LadakhUT Admin committed to address genuine concerns of people through continuous engagement Leh, Oct 7: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, reaffirmed the Administration’s commitment to maintaining peace, ensuring welfare of the people, and advancing Ladakh’s vision as a model of sustainable and inclusive growth.Chairing a high-level review meeting in Leh, the Lt Governor assessed the overall situation in the Union Territory, including law and order and essential services. He appreciated the coordinated efforts of the district administration, police, and security agencies in maintaining harmony and normalcy across…
Kargil, October 7, 2025: Director Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Ladakh, Tahir Hussain (JKAS), conducted an inspection of the under-construction Directorate Office building located near the Petrol Pump, adjacent to the FCI complex in Kargil. During the visit, the Director was accompanied by concerned Junior Engineer and executing agency representative. The team thoroughly reviewed the progress and quality of construction work being undertaken at the site. Director Tahir Hussain emphasized the importance of maintaining high construction standards and instructed the executing agency to ensure timely completion of the building. He further directed that all works must adhere strictly…
KARGIL: In Ladakh, Forest Department Kargil celebrated Wildlife Week from 4th to 8th October 2025 with a series of awareness and community participation activities across different ranges and blocks of the district. As part of the celebration, a plantation drive was organized at Kurbathang Nursery, where the State Tree of Ladakh, Juniper, was planted by the Block Forest Officer Kargil along with the In-charge Principal of Government Polytechnic College Kargil and the students of the college. The event aimed to encourage youth participation in environmental protection and the preservation of Ladakh’s natural heritage. A similar plantation drive was also conducted…
KARGIL: After continuous efforts, District Police Kargil cracks monastery theft case of P/S Zanskar by apprehending an accused person from Batote, J&K. Some stolen property items were recovered from his possession. Further recoveries are expected as the investigation is going on.
Kargil, October 06, 2025: The Principal, staff members, and School Management and Development Committee (SMDC) of PM Shri Government Higher Secondary School, Pashkum announced a landmark development in the school’s journey toward academic excellence. A total of ₹6.22 crore has been sanctioned under the Special Development Plan (SDP) for the development of CBSE-standard infrastructure, and separate funds have also been sanctioned for clearing existing liabilities related to the completion of the school’s Multipurpose Hall. This significant allocation marks a transformative step for HSS Pashkum, which currently functions from an upgraded high school building. The new infrastructure will align the school…
KARGIL: Six persons, including the driver, sustained injuries in a road accident near the Matayen area of Drass on Tuesday morning after their vehicle plunged into the Drass River. Station House Officer Police Station Drass Manzoor Mir said that the mishap occurred when a Xylo vehicle (JK07-4380), skidded off the road near the Matayen and fell nearly 150 feet into the river. The police officer identified the injured as driver Baqir Ali, son of Asgar Ali, resident of Trespone, and passengers Gurvendar Singh, son of Parkash Singh, resident of Gurdaspur, Punjab; Harpreet Singh, son of Karnal Singh,…
Kargil, October 06, 2025: Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today chaired a meeting at the Conference Hall, Baroo, to review the physical and financial progress of Rural Development Department works under the District Capex Budget for the financial year 2025 – 26. The meeting was attended by the Joint Director Planning, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Kargil, Executive Engineers, Block Development Officers (BDOs) of all blocks, and AEEs/JEs of the Rural Engineering Wing. During the meeting, the DC reviewed the status of various components under the District Capex, including CCDA, Untied Funds, and Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM). He directed the…
Says dire need to promote Ladakh as year-round adventure hub Leh, Oct 6: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, emphasised transforming Ladakh into a top winter tourism and adventure sports hub, highlighting the need for sustainable development, modern infrastructure, promotion of local talent, and creating employment opportunities while preserving the region’s unique natural and cultural heritage. The Hon’ble Lt Governor chaired a meeting attended by Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Chief Secretary, and Bhanu Prabha, IAS, Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh and Chief Engineer PWD Abdul Mutalib, to discuss the establishment of Chair Lifts at Drass and Surface Ski Lifts…
Kargil : Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today conducted a surprise inspection of directorates of various departments and the Council Secretariat offices to assess the functioning, attendance, and overall work environment of the departments. The CEC was accompanied by Executive Councillor Ponchuk Tashi, Deputy Commissioner Kargil Rakesh Kumar, Chief Controller Finance Iftikhar Hussain, and Assistant Executive Engineer (R&B) Mansoor Hussain. During the inspection, Dr. Akhoon visited several key departments including the Directorate of School Education, Directorate of Social Welfare, Superintending Engineer Hydraulics, Executive Engineer PMGSY, Directorate of Tourism, Superintending Engineer R&B, Directorate of Food…
Leh 6 Oct, 2025: The Animal Husbandry Department Leh, marked World Animal Day 2025 with an event held on October 4, 2025, to emphasize the importance of animal welfare in the district. The program, held at conference hall of CAHO Leh, drew attention to the interconnectedness of animal health/ welfare and the planet’s sustainability, aligning with this year’s theme, “Save Animals, Save the Planet!” The event was attended by Dr. Stanzin Rabgais, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Leh, along with departmental officers/ staffs, Representatives from Live to Rescue, Ms Nurzin, President, Semchan Welfare Society and its members, and Ms Diskit Angmo,…
Asks officials to remain vigilant, focus on maintaining peace, public safety Emphasises Ladakh’s progress depends on joint efforts of Govt, security forces, citizens Says public vigilance is a key pillar of Ladakh’s stability & development Leh, Oct 6: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the current security situation in Leh and across Ladakh. The Hon’ble Lt Governor observed that the Union Territory remains peaceful, with schools, offices, and markets operating normally. He directed officials to remain vigilant and continue focusing on maintaining peace, public safety, and facilitating overall development in the…
Wildlife Week- 2025 is being observed in the UT of Ladakh with Conservation and Community Engagement activities. The Department of Forest, Ecology and Environment, UT Ladakh, has been conducting a series of activities aimed at raising awareness, strengthening community participation, and promoting human-wildlife coexistence under the banner of Wildlife Week -2025. The activities include Cleanliness Drive along the Suru River in Kargil, school-level drawing and painting competitions on the theme “Say No to Plastics” and “Living with Wildlife.” , awareness programmes and capacity-building sessions for field staff and communities on managing human-wildlife conflicts, plantation drives with native species, promotion of…
LEH: Under the pm poshan scheme ( Tithi Bhojan),zonal level cooking competition was successfully organised at block resource centre Dy.CEO Kharu under Kharu sub division ,showcasing the culinary skills and dedication of mid day meal workers . The event aimed to encourage innovation and nutritional best practices among the Mid Day Meal cooks and helpers working across government schools in the kharu zone. A total 23 school enthusiastically participated in the event,presenting nutritious and innovative dishes aimed at promoting healthy eating habits among school children. The program was graced by SDM kharu,ka Sonam dorjey,BDO Officer and ICDS ma’am Nilza as…