Author: The Dispatch Staff

Sankoo:— In a significant stride towards enhancing the effectiveness of the Mid-Day Meal (MDM) initiative, a comprehensive two-day orientation training programme concluded today at Imam Bargah Thang Sankoo. Organized by the Office of the Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Sankoo under the PM POSHAN Scheme, the training witnessed enthusiastic participation from cooks and helpers representing the majority of schools across the Sankoo Zone. The programme, held over August 18 and 19, aimed to equip MDM staff with essential knowledge on hygiene practices, nutritional standards, and efficient meal preparation techniques to ensure the well-being of students. The sessions were designed to foster…

Seeks Central support for PMAY-U 2.0 housing, groundwater crisis, speedy completion of Pang-Kharnak project, Ladakh’s carbon-neutral energy goals New Delhi, August 1 9: Shri Kavinder Gupta, Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, today met Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, Hon’ble Union Minister of Power and Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs, in New Delhi and held a detailed discussion on major developmental projects of Ladakh Union Territory. The Hon’ble Lt Governor apprised the Union Minister about two landmark 24×7 water supply projects for Leh and Kargil towns, costing Rs 334.72 crore and Rs 373.17 crore respectively, which have been approved by the…

Leh: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, convened a meeting with representatives of ALHGHA and ALTOA to discuss challenges in Ladakh’s tourism sector and the participation in ITB Berlin 2026. Present at the meeting were CPO Leh, Shri Tsewang Gailson; ADT Leh, Ms. Padma Angmo; President ALHGHA, Ms.Rigzin Wangmo Lachic; President ALTOA, Shri Tsewang Dorje; their executive members; and Abhijeet Singh from Ernst & Young, Tourism Department. Discussions highlighted Ladakh’s ITB Berlin participation as a key platform to showcase the region, build networks, and attract international visitors. The meeting also included ALTOA’s follow-up on the Ladakh Mountaineering Foundation (LMF) and…

World Peace Conference is a significant gathering that commemorates the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The conference will take place at MIMC Devachan, Shanti Stupa, and Thiksey Monastery in Ladakh from 23rd to 25th August 2025

Leh: The District Hub for Empowerment of Women (DHEW), in collaboration with the Rural Self Employment Training Institute (RSETI), successfully concluded a 43-day tailoring training program for 30 women participants. A felicitation ceremony was held today to celebrate the trainees’ achievements. Under the Banner of the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative, DHEW Leh Mission Shakti distributed sewing machines to the trainees, equipping them with tools to pursue economic independence. The event was graced by Shri AG Zargar, JKAS, District Programme Officer, Integrated Child Development Services Leh, as the chief guest. In his address, he congratulated the participants and urged them…

Applications are invited for engagement of manpower on a contractual outsourcing basis under the Office of the Wildlife Warden, Department of Wildlife Protection, UT Ladakh, for the following posts. Read the notice for more information.

Leh, August 19: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson inaugurated the LAHDC’s Free Coaching Classes for LAHD-SSRB and LSSSSB aspirants at Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium, CIBS Leh, in the presence of a massive gathering of over 1,500 students. He was accompanied by the Deputy Chairman, Tsering Angchuk, Executive Councillors Shri Stanzin Chosphel and Shri Ghulam Mehdi, and senior district officials. Also present at the inaugural ceremony were ADDC Leh, Shri Sonam Nurboo; CPO Leh, Shri Tsewang Gailson; DPO Leh, Shri Tsering Dorjay; CCF LAHDC Leh, Shri Zulfikar Ali; departmental officers; representatives from SANKALP including Nodal Officer Shri Devraj; and LEAF President…

KARGIL: The three-day Emergency Critical Care Conference-cum-Workshop organized by the Department of Surgery, District Hospital Kargil and NQAS, in collaboration with the Department of Emergency Medicine, Jai Prakash Narayan Apex Trauma Centre (JPNATC), AIIMS New Delhi, concluded successfully today. Held from August 16th to 18th, 2025, the event aimed to strengthen emergency and trauma care capabilities among medical professionals in Kargil. Theme”Saving Lives When Every Second Counts,” the conference delivered intensive hands-on training in Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), enhancing critical care readiness among doctors and paramedics…

​LEH: The Department of Social Work at EJM College, Leh, successfully held the inaugural session of its 6th National Social Work Week today, August 18, 2025. The event featured an insightful panel of three speakers: Clinical Psychologist Dr. Kunzes Dolma, Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Shah from the Department of Psychology, and Assistant Professor Dr. Tanushree Malakar from the Department of Social Work, all of whom shared their expertise with the attendees.

Pledges to devote every drop of blood to nation Jammu, Aug 18: India today stands at the threshold of a historic transformation, marching with confidence under a visionary leadership towards reclaiming its ancient glory as Vishawguru of the world. “We have full faith in our leadership and the collective strength of 140 crore citizens, and together we will script a new chapter of development, unity and global recognition,” stated the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, while addressing a programme organised by the Jammu branch of Divya Jyoti Jagran Sanstha in Jammu. The Lt Governor underlined the importance…

Leh: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, felicitated Ms. Rinchen Youdol for her remarkable achievement of winning a Gold Medal in the Para Poomsae Individual Female Senior P34 Category at the 2025 Junior, Cadet & Para Asian Taekwondo Championships held in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. The championship saw participation from 12 countries, making her victory a proud milestone for Ladakh. During the felicitation ceremony, Hon’ble CEC Gyalson congratulated Rinchen for scripting history as the first athlete from Ladakh to secure an international gold medal in Para Taekwondo. He praised her determination, courage, and hard work, calling her a “symbol of hope and…

Leh: Chairman/CEC LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, was called on by the newly appointed Administrative Secretary for Public Health Engineering (PHE), Irrigation & Flood Control, and Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Shri Rahul Sharma, IAS (AGMUT: 2013), and felicitated him. Hon’ble CEC emphasized the urgent need to address challenges arising from the recent flash floods across Ladakh, including the restoration of critical infrastructure. The Secretary assured full commitment to these responsibilities and expressed readiness to work closely with LAHDC to support affected communities and enhance flood resilience.

DIET Leh | 18-19August 2025 — The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Leh, in collaboration with PARAKH, NCERT New Delhi, successfully conducted a Two-day orientation program on the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) for Headmasters and Examination In-charges of high and middle schools across Leh district. This initiative is part of the larger national effort to align student assessment practices with the vision and recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. In line with the orientation, the landmark national survey of PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024 will cover 75,565 schools and assess more than 22,94,377 students in Grades 3,…

Prays for peace, prosperity & welfare of people during annual congregation Samba, Aug 17: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today paid obeisance at the revered Devsthan of Raja Mandlik Ji at Village Raya Suchani in District Samba on the occasion of the annual congregation. The Lieutenant Governor was warmly welcomed by the members of the community, who expressed their gratitude for his presence on this auspicious occasion. While offering prayers, Shri Kavinder Gupta sought the blessings of Raja Mandlik Ji for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of the community as well as the welfare of the…

Ladakh will emerge as World’s Top Tourism Destination Siachen, Galwan to be developed as New Tourism Attractions in Ladakh Leh: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, said that Ladakh had been subjected to neglect and discrimination for decades, but the long-pending aspiration of its people was fulfilled when the Central Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, granted Union Territory status to Ladakh. The Lt Governor was speaking during a felicitation programme organised by Bharat Vikas Parishad in Jammu today. The Lieutenant Governor said that Ladakh is “far more beautiful than Switzerland” and has the potential to…

Says upcoming Sports Policy would encourage more youth to actively participate in sports Leh, Aug 16: Underlining the importance of preserving centuries-old traditional art such as Thangka painting, the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, said that efforts must be made to promote traditional arts and crafts and make them commercially viable so that more youth are drawn towards them. He also emphasised the need to motivate and reward deserving sportspersons from Ladakh who bring laurels to the region, adding that the Ladakh Sports Policy is a step in that direction. Mr. Rajesh Ranjan, Vice-Chancellor of the Central Institute of…

Assures all-out efforts for tourism growth, connectivity, welfare of locals Leh, Aug 16: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, has assured that the Union Territory Administration will take concrete steps to regulate airfares so that airlines do not burden passengers with exorbitant charges, particularly during the harsh winter months. He reiterated the Administration’s firm resolve to promote tourism in Ladakh, affirming that “no stone will be left unturned in boosting tourism and strengthening connectivity.” During his interaction with the Member of Parliament from Ladakh, Mohmad Haneefa Jan, and representatives of the All Ladakh Tour Operators Association (ALTOA),…

Leh, August 16: Executive Councillor, Ghulam Mehdi, accompanied by Hon’ble Khaltse Councillor, Lobzang Sherab, today visited the flash flood-affected areas of Saspol, Ulley Tokpo, Rizdong, Wanla, Rong, and Lamayuru to assess the damages and review immediate relief measures. He was joined by the Executive Engineers of PHE, I&FC, PDD, and R&B departments, along with the Tehsildar Khaltse and BDO Saspol. The team inspected the affected sites, including damages to water supply schemes, irrigation channels, electricity lines, and road connectivity. The Executive Councillor directed the concerned officials to prepare detailed damage assessments and ensure that restoration works are carried out on…

Nubra: The Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC) Nubra, celebrated the 79th Independence Day today with great enthusiasm at the District Court Complex Nubra. The event was graced by the presence of Chairman TLSC, Nubra, Lakshay Badyal, who hoisted the national flag. The ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including police officials, members of the Munsiff court Nubra, and the Para-Legal Volunteers (PLVs) of TLSC Nubra. Following the flag hoisting, the national anthem was sung by all participants with a great sense of national pride and fervour. Light refreshments were served to everyone present, bringing the celebration to a close. Photos…

Khaltse: The 79th Independence Day 2025 was also celebrated at Munsiff Court Complex Khaltse on August 15, 2025. Munsiff Judge Khaltse, Syed Tayoub Bukhari unfurled the National Flag, followed by a rendition of the National Anthem. A Guard of Honour also presented by the Ladakh Police Khaltse.