Author: The Dispatch Staff
Kargil, September 15, 2025: Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Zakir Hussain today flagged off a five-day training and exposure visit of farmers to Leh, organized by the Department of Horticulture, Kargil under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) 2025-26. A total of 45 farmers from different regions of Kargil district are participating in this exposure tour. The initiative aims to enhance their knowledge, skills, and practical experience in modern horticulture practices, enabling them to adopt innovative techniques and improve productivity back home. The flag-off ceremony was graced by Executive Councillor Zakir Hussain along with Chief Horticulture Officer Kargil, Raza…
Khaltsi, September 15, 2025 – A three-day National Workshop on “Air Pollution to Climate Change, Extreme Weather and the Indian Himalayan Region” commenced today at Sindhu Central University, Khaltsi. Key topics of the workshop include the relationship between air pollution and climate change, the impact of extreme weather events such as floods and landslides, and the broader implications for the fragile Himalayan ecosystem and the millions of people dependent on its resources. The inaugural session was graced by distinguished guests, including Dr. Shivkumar, CEO of ANRF (online), as Chief Guest; Bhanu Prabha, IAS, Administrative Secretary (Higher Education and Skill Development)…
DRASS: PM Shri Government Middle School Doks Chutumail successfully organized a memorable Exposure Tour under the PM SHRI Scheme 2025–26 on 13/09/2025, taking students on an educational and patriotic journey through the historic and scenic Drass Valley. The itinerary included visits to the Kargil War Memorial, Draupadi Kund, and the picturesque Picnic Spot Matayen, blending history, culture, and recreation into a powerful learning experience. At the Kargil War Memorial, students and teachers united in singing the National Anthem, paying homage to the brave soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Kargil War of 1999. A special tribute was offered…
KARGIL: The Youth Leadership Forum Gond Mangal Pore today successfully organized a Career Counselling cum Felicitation Programme at Sawab Public School, G.M. Pore, aimed at guiding and inspiring students towards academic and professional excellence. The event was graced by eminent personalities from village G. M. Pore with Hon’ble Councillor Aga Syed Ali chairing the occasion alongwith Sheikh Hussain Rayisi and Sheikh Mirza Amini. The forum had the privilege of hosting distinguished and eminent resource persons, Mr. Anwar Hussain (IFS) and Dr. Sarwar Shehzad (JKAS), BDO TSG. A large number of students from Government Girls Higher Secondary School G. M. Pore,…
Leh|: Deputy Chairman, LAHDC Leh, Shri Tsering Angchuk, visited the affected areas of Domkhar Gogma where landslides and rockfalls had blocked road connectivity, communication, and electricity. He was accompanied by Hon’ble Councillor Lamayuru, Dr. Dorjey Morup, and officials of the concerned departments. The Deputy Chairman directed the officers of PDD, PWD Khaltse, PMGSY, and BSNL to ensure early restoration of road connectivity, power supply, and telecommunications. The PDD team has already started restoration works on a priority basis. It was informed that BSNL lost some of their equipment and machinery in an accident while working on the ongoing OFC lines.…
Kargil, Sepember 13, 2025 – The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, today held a public meeting at High School Bodhkharbu under the chairmanship of Executive Councillor for Education, Zakir Hussain. On this occasion, the school was formally adopted as a Council Model School, ensuring special attention and resources for its holistic growth and development. EC Zakir Hussain emphasized the importance of quality education for all and urged local leaders and the community to collaborate with the authorities in making the school a true model in the region. The villagers warmly welcomed the decision, assuring their full cooperation and…
Kargil, September 14, 2025: The Cancer Society Kargil Ladakh was formally launched today at the Syed Mehdi Auditorium Hall, Kargil, during a Cancer Awareness Programme organised by Baqriya Healthcare & Research Centre (BHC&RC). The launch ceremony was attended by ADC Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Liaqat Ali Khan, District Social Welfare Officer Sameena Khatoon, other District Officers, Senior Doctors, Chairman IKMT Sheikh Sadiq Rajayee, representative of Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat Haji Nabi, President BHC&RC Dr. Ahmed Ali, Chairman Cancer Society Kargil Ladakh Dr. Wilayat Ali, Onco Surgeon Dr. Azhar Jan Butoo, Medical Oncologist Dr. Saqib Banday, along with…
Leh, September 14: The Ladakh Marathon 2025 concluded today with overwhelming participation from athletes across India and around the world. The final day witnessed the 11 km, 21 km, and 42 km races, marking a fitting finale to this iconic high-altitude event. Medals and cash prizes were presented to the winners by Bhanu Prabha, IAS, Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh. Results: 11 km Run Men: 1st – Sonam Stanzin 2nd – Furbu Tundup 3rd – Punchok Tashi Women: 1st – Skarma Idong Lanzes 2nd – Padma Lamo 3rd – Stanzin Zompa 21 km Half Marathon Men: 1st –…
MEHRAK: Parents’ Day was celebrated today at Middle School Merak, organised in collaboration with the Village Education Committee (VEC) and the parents of Merak. The event highlighted the importance of collective responsibility in strengthening education at the village level. Councillor Chushul, Konchok Stanzin, attended the function as the Chief Guest, while Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Durbuk, Shri Manzoor Ali, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. Also present were Nambardar Maan Pangong A, Headmasters of Merak and Maan, teachers, villagers, and parents. In his address, Councillor Stanzin emphasised the role of parents in strengthening schools, the duty of the…
Leh, September 13: Bollywood icon Salman Khan today paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, at Raj Niwas, Leh. The First Lady, Smt. Bindu Gupta, and Salman’s production team were also present during the meeting. The Hon’ble Lt Governor along with First Lady welcomed the Bollywood icon by presenting a traditional Khatak and a traditional Thangka. The Hon’ble Lt Governor extended a warm welcome to Salman Khan and lauded his immense contribution to Indian cinema as well as his philanthropic initiatives. The interaction also touched upon the promotion of Ladakh as a unique…
Says Marathon strengthens Ladakh’s identity on the global sporting map Hails participation of Differently-Abled Runners Calls on youth to take up sports for growth & National Pride Leh, September 13: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today flagged off the ‘Run for Fun’ Marathon, a part of the 12th edition of the Ladakh Marathon, near NDS Ground Leh. Around 1,650 runners, including students and persons with disabilities, participated in the event. On the occasion, Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Ms. Bhanu Prabha; Administrative Secretary, Mr Sanjit Rodrigues; Administrative Secretary, Mr. Bhupesh Chaudhary, and the President…
Says DIHAR ensures fresh veg supply for Army & locals in peak winters Leh, September 13: Defence Institute of High-Altitude Research (DIHAR) has revolutionised Ladakh’s agro-tech sector by pioneering cold-arid agro-animal technologies, significantly improving food security, socio-economic development, and military-civil cooperation. Its research has enabled both locals and soldiers to cultivate a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, strengthened food availability for troops, and introduced innovative solar thermal technologies for sustainable heating — all vital for enhancing the quality of life in Ladakh’s high-altitude environment. This was stated by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, during his…
Leh, September 13,2025 : DLSA, Leh organized 3rd National Lok Adalat at District Court Complex Leh. Hon’ble Mrs. Justice Sindhu Sharma Judge High Court of J&k and Ladakh and Executive Chairperson Ladakh Legal Services Authority, virtually inaugurated the said the 3rd National Lok Adalat through virtual mode. Present on the occasion were Mr. Manoj Parihar Member Secretary and Principal District and Sessions Judge Leh, Mr. Tsewang Phunstog Ld. CJM Leh, Mrs. Phuntsog Angmo Secretary DLSA/ Special Mobile Magistrate Leh, Mr. Lakshay Badyal Munsiff Nubra, Senior Prosecuting officers, President Bar association Leh Mr. Mohd. Shafi, Executive members and other members of…
Drass: A special interactive session was organized at Government Degree College (GDC) Drass, where students from Sri Pratap (SP) College, Srinagar, visited the campus and engaged in an enriching exchange of ideas and experiences with the students of GDC Drass. The programme witnessed the gracious presence of esteemed faculty members from SP College, including Dr. Hamidullah Wani and Dr. Irfan Rashid Shan who shared their valuable insights and motivated the students to pursue academic excellence. Dr. Javid Naqi, Incharge Principal of GDC Drass, in his welcome speech addressed the gathering and shared his inspiring journey as a proud alumnus…
Kargil, September 13, 2025: The Indian Army, in collaboration with the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (LAACL), Kargil, and Government Degree College (GDC), Kargil, organised a Literary Festival on Saturday. The event, themed “Qalaam aur Virasat”, celebrated the rich literary and cultural heritage of Ladakh. The Literary Festival started with the key note presentation by State Awardee Kacho Asfyandar Khan (Rtd. IAS) on the topic “Qalaam aur Virasat” that celebrated the rich literary and cultural heritage of Ladakh. The Festival also featured interactive sessions with regional language experts and historians, a panel discussion on the influence of history…
Kargil: As per the direction of Ladakh Legal Services Authority, the District Legal Services Authority Kargil organized 3rd National Lok Adalat today on 13th of September 2025. The Pre Lok Adalat Sessions had commenced from 3rd of September to 12th of September, in which three benches where constituted to resolve the different kinds of cases through amicable settlement and compromise, pending in all the courts of district Kargil, like Criminal Compoundable Matters, Civil disputes, Cheque bounce Cases under NI Act, Bank Recovery Cases, MACT, Labour cases, Matrimonial Issues, Compoundable Electricity and Water Bills, land Acquisition cases, Revenue cases, Municipal Cases,…
Leh, September 13, 2025: A training camp focusing on nutri-cereal cultivation was held today, September 13, 2025, in Stok village, Leh. The event, organized by the Agriculture Department under the National Food Security Mission (NFSM), aimed to educate farmers on the best practices for growing crops like buckwheat, millets, and barley. The training was led by District Agriculture Officer Shakeel ur Rehman, with key resource persons including Sub Divisional Agriculture Officer Mohd Ramzan, Agriculture Extension Officers Kunzang Dolma and Tsering Dolkar, Jr. Agriculture Extension Officer Stanzin Idong, and Dr. Deachen Chuskit. In addition to nutri-cereals, the program also covered various…
Bollywood icon Salman Khan paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Lt. Governor Shri Kavinder Gupta at the Raj Niwas in Leh.
Leh: As part of its ongoing 10-day awareness program , the District Hub for Empowerment of Women, Leh, under the Mission Shakti initiative, organized an insightful exposure visit for students specializing in Botany and Mushroom cultivation skills from EJM College. The visit took the participants to Ladakh Agri Tech, a leading local farming production unit renowned for its innovative mushroom cultivation practices. Ms. Sonam Angmo, a pioneering agri-entrepreneur and owner of Ladakh Agri Tech, welcomed the students and provided a comprehensive briefing on the mushroom cultivation process. An esteemed agri-biotechnologist with a Master’s in Agri-Biotechnology, Ms. Angmo highlighted the numerous…
LG Kavinder Gupta flagged off 12th edition of the Ladakh Marathon 2025, celebrating the spirit of resilience and unity amidst the majestic Himalayas.