Author: The Dispatch Staff
Khaltse, August 12, 2026: A Tiranga Rally was organised at PM Shri Government High School Lamayuru on Wednesday as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, with students and staff participating with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit.The rally saw active participation from the Headmaster, teaching staff, officials and students of the school. Carrying the Tricolour with pride, participants reaffirmed their commitment to the values of unity, integrity and national pride.The rally aimed to sensitise students about the significance of the National Flag and foster a deeper sense of patriotism, unity and respect for the Tricolour.The programme concluded with renewed enthusiasm and…
Khaltse, August 12, 2026: The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign was observed with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour across educational institutions in Khaltse, with students and staff coming together to celebrate the national flag and reaffirm their commitment to the spirit of national unity.The campaign was held at Government Higher Secondary School Skurbuchan, Government High School Achinathang, Government High School Bodkharboo and Government High School Wanla. Students, teaching staff and other employees participated enthusiastically, expressing their pride and respect for the Tricolour.The programmes focused on creating awareness among students about the significance of the national flag and promoting the values of unity,…
Sakti, August 12, 2026: An integrated Tuberculosis (TB) and Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) screening camp was organised at AAM-PHC Sakti on Wednesday as part of the “Jan Jan Ka Rakhe Dhyaan – TB-Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan” under the ongoing 100 Days Intensified TB Elimination Campaign.The camp was organised in collaboration with the District Tuberculosis Centre (DTC), Leh, and the Health Department, with a focus on active case finding, early diagnosis and timely treatment of TB, along with screening for common NCDs such as hypertension and diabetes.Dr. Jigmet Wangchuk, I/C Medical Officer, AAM-PHC Sakti, sensitised participants about the importance of early detection of…
New Delhi, Aug. 7: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, on Thursday met Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, and raised key developmental and administrative issues concerning Ladakh, with special focus on Kargil, Drass and Zanskar.During the meeting, Dr. Akhoon highlighted the challenges faced by the people of the three districts and urged the Union Minister to ensure greater support under various Central Government schemes and programmes.The CEC also apprised the Minister of the region’s unique cultural and educational needs, seeking enhanced allocation and effective implementation of welfare initiatives aimed…
New Delhi, Aug. 7: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, on Thursday called on Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, Dr. Jitendra Singh, and raised several key issues concerning Kargil and the newly created districts of Ladakh.During the meeting, Dr. Akhoon strongly pressed for the early operationalisation of Kargil Airport for civil flights, stressing that improved air connectivity is crucial for tourism, trade, emergency services and the overall socio-economic development of the region. He sought the Union Minister’s personal intervention to expedite the process.The CEC also highlighted the demand for the…
Kargil, Aug. 7: In the wake of recent cloudburst incidents, Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS) on Thursday chaired a high-level district review meeting to assess the damage, expedite relief measures and strengthen disaster preparedness across the district.Reviewing the impact of recent natural calamities, the Deputy Commissioner directed all concerned departments to submit detailed damage assessment reports along with geo-tagged before-and-after photographs to ensure timely processing of relief and compensation under SDRF/NDRF norms.The DC informed that the District Administration has already released ₹4 lakh ex gratia to the family of a person who lost his life in…
Leh, Aug. 7: Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, on Thursday chaired the 7th Board of Directors meeting of SIDCO Ladakh, directing the corporation to accelerate industrial development, strengthen financial sustainability and explore new avenues for revenue generation across the Union Territory.Reviewing SIDCO’s functioning, Kundra called for a comprehensive assessment of all industrial estates, including land availability, infrastructure, occupancy, utilisation and revenue potential. He instructed the corporation to prepare location-specific action plans with clear timelines, expenditure estimates and measurable outcomes.The Board reviewed several key proposals, including a One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for industrial plot holders, establishment of four new…
Leh, Aug. 7: The Union Territory Administration of Ladakh has begun a comprehensive review of subsidy schemes under the State Development Plan (SDP) 2026–27, with a strong focus on boosting agriculture, horticulture, livestock, eco-tourism and electric mobility.Chairing a high-level meeting, Administrative Secretary, Planning, Development & Monitoring Department, Himanshu Gupta, reviewed department-wise proposals to ensure the schemes are practical, transparent and aligned with Ladakh’s development priorities.Key proposals included subsidies for fodder seeds and polycarbonate greenhouses to strengthen agriculture, feed support for pashmina goats, promotion of dairy farming, incentives for electric vehicle (EV) adoption, and financial assistance for homestay development to boost…
“Leh, August 5: Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra on Tuesday reviewed preparations for Phase-II (Population Enumeration) of Census 2027 in Ladakh, directing officials to ensure robust digital infrastructure, extensive public awareness and seamless execution of the nationwide population enumeration exercise.Chairing a high-level meeting, the Chief Secretary assessed the operational framework, digital readiness, training plans and awareness strategy for the upcoming census phase.During the meeting, Chief Principal Census Officer and Director, Directorate of Census Operations, Amit Sharma, presented a detailed roadmap for Phase-II, covering self-enumeration, population enumeration, digital tools, training of census personnel, publicity measures and strategies for conducting the exercise in…
Leh, August 5: In a move to strengthen digital governance and ensure faster delivery of citizen services, the General Administration Department (GAD), UT Ladakh, in collaboration with the National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ladakh, conducted a training programme on the Public Services and Auto Appeal System under the Jammu and Kashmir Public Services Guarantee Act, 2011.The training focused on familiarising officials with the online Auto Appeal System, integrated with the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) Single Window Portal, to promote transparent, accountable and time-bound public service delivery.The session was attended by Secretary, GAD, Rudra P. T. Goud, along with officers from…
Leh, August 5: With the 80th Independence Day approaching, Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, on Tuesday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess preparations for the Union Territory-wide celebrations, directing all departments to ensure flawless coordination and timely execution of arrangements.The meeting reviewed preparations for the main UT-level function as well as district-level celebrations, covering security, parade contingents, cultural programmes, venue management, traffic regulation, media coordination, hospitality, medical assistance, power backup, webcast facilities and other logistical arrangements.Chief Secretary Kundra instructed all departments and district administrations to complete preparations well before August 12 to facilitate final inspections. He emphasised close…
Leh, August 5: The UT-Level Technical Sanction Committee (TSC) and UT-Level Contract Committee on Tuesday reviewed a series of major infrastructure projects aimed at improving connectivity, public services and sustainable development across the Union Territory of Ladakh.The meetings were chaired by Administrative Secretary, Public Works (R&B) Department, Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary, who stressed the need for timely execution of development works while maintaining technical quality and financial discipline.During the 21st UT-Level Technical Sanction Committee meeting, the committee examined Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), estimates and technical components of several key projects. The proposals included the construction of an Animal Rescue Centre…
Leh, August 5: Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Tuesday led the dPal rNgam Duston 2026 celebrations at the historic Leh Palace, marking the seventh anniversary of Ladakh’s Union Territory status. The event showcased Ladakh’s rich cultural heritage while highlighting the region’s developmental journey since becoming a Union Territory in 2019.Congratulating the people of Ladakh, the Lieutenant Governor described August 5 as a landmark day in the region’s history and said the occasion represented the fulfilment of the long-standing aspirations of the people under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.Addressing the gathering, Saxena…
Leh, August 5: The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, successfully concluded a three-day Jolly Phonics Professional Development Programme aimed at enhancing foundational English teaching skills among educators. The training brought together 120 Foundational Stage English teachers from the educational zones of Nubra, Durbuk and Khalsi.Organised in line with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the programme focused on strengthening foundational literacy through structured phonics-based instruction.The valedictory session was presided over by Principal, DIET Leh, Sonam Dorje Namgyal, who underscored the importance of systematic phonics instruction in early language development. He highlighted key aspects such…
Nyoma, August 5: In a significant boost to the education sector in Changthang, the newly established Government High School, Ladakh Model School, Liktsey was inaugurated by Administrative Secretary, School Education, UT Ladakh, Smt. Bhanu Prabha, IAS, on Tuesday.The inauguration ceremony was attended by Deputy Commissioner, Changthang, Nitish Rajora, IAS, H.E. Drupon Khamtak Rinpoche, Joint Director, School Education, Zakir Hussain, JKAS, and Chief Education Officer, Leh, Deldan Angmo, along with officials, teachers and local residents.Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries described the establishment of the Ladakh Model School as a major step towards strengthening educational infrastructure and expanding access to quality education…
Kargil, Aug 1: Amid rising incidents of human-brown bear conflict in Kargil district, particularly in Sankoo Sub-Division, Executive Councillor (LAHDC Kargil) Aga Syed Mujtaba Musavi on Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting and called for coordinated efforts to protect both human lives and wildlife.The meeting, attended by officials from the Wildlife, Sheep Husbandry and Animal Husbandry departments, reviewed recent bear attacks, field reports and the measures being taken to tackle the growing conflict.Expressing concern over livestock losses, the Executive Councillor directed the concerned departments to simplify and expedite the compensation process for affected families while simultaneously implementing long-term measures to…
Kargil, Aug 1: Amid rising incidents of human-brown bear conflict in Kargil district, particularly in Sankoo Sub-Division, Executive Councillor (LAHDC Kargil) Aga Syed Mujtaba Musavi on Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting and called for coordinated efforts to protect both human lives and wildlife.The meeting, attended by officials from the Wildlife, Sheep Husbandry and Animal Husbandry departments, reviewed recent bear attacks, field reports and the measures being taken to tackle the growing conflict.Expressing concern over livestock losses, the Executive Councillor directed the concerned departments to simplify and expedite the compensation process for affected families while simultaneously implementing long-term measures to…
Kargil, Aug 1: Amid rising incidents of human-brown bear conflict in Kargil district, particularly in Sankoo Sub-Division, Executive Councillor (LAHDC Kargil) Aga Syed Mujtaba Musavi on Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting and called for coordinated efforts to protect both human lives and wildlife.The meeting, attended by officials from the Wildlife, Sheep Husbandry and Animal Husbandry departments, reviewed recent bear attacks, field reports and the measures being taken to tackle the growing conflict.Expressing concern over livestock losses, the Executive Councillor directed the concerned departments to simplify and expedite the compensation process for affected families while simultaneously implementing long-term measures to…
Kargil, Aug 1: Amid rising incidents of human-brown bear conflict in Kargil district, particularly in Sankoo Sub-Division, Executive Councillor (LAHDC Kargil) Aga Syed Mujtaba Musavi on Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting and called for coordinated efforts to protect both human lives and wildlife.The meeting, attended by officials from the Wildlife, Sheep Husbandry and Animal Husbandry departments, reviewed recent bear attacks, field reports and the measures being taken to tackle the growing conflict.Expressing concern over livestock losses, the Executive Councillor directed the concerned departments to simplify and expedite the compensation process for affected families while simultaneously implementing long-term measures to…
Kargil, August 2: In a bid to strengthen community awareness on women’s safety and child protection, the Women Police Station (WPS) Kargil, in collaboration with the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) and the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), organised an awareness programme at Hardras village on Saturday.The programme, led by the Station House Officer of WPS Kargil, brought together local residents, students, village representatives, and counsellors to educate the community on crimes against women and children, sexual harassment, child protection laws, and safe digital practices.Officials highlighted key issues such as the concept of good touch and bad touch, responsible mobile phone…