Author: The Dispatch Staff

Drass: In a landmark step to empower youth and promote Drass as a distinctive national brand, the Government Degree College Drass has launched two flagship initiatives – Drass Patriotic Trek and Drass Pickle – under the Skill to Entrepreneurship Connect Programme. The initiatives have been developed through the college’s Adventure Travel Guide High Altitude Skill Centre and Food Processing Skill Centre, making Govt Degree College Drass the first college in UT Ladakh to successfully link skill training with entrepreneurship. By nurturing innovation and self-reliance, the programme provides students and local youth with sustainable pathways to become job creators and entrepreneurs,…

LEh: To mark the opening of the 3-Day World Peace Conference at MIMC Ladakh, Six Guardians of Peace – Roku Jizō (Buddha Statues) were dedicated at the MIMC Buddha Park for World Peace. The statues were unveiled and consecrated by Sangha members representing the major Buddhist traditions—Tibetan, Theravāda, Mahāyāna, and Japanese Buddhism. Their presence symbolizes the unity of the global Buddhist community in working for peace and compassion. Generously offered by Rev. Koya Matsuoka, Abbot of Komyoji Temple, Japan, and Spawo Foundation, the statues are not only a sacred dedication to World Peace but also a beautiful bridge of friendship…

. HLG appreciated the spirited participation of all teams and specially commended the enthusiastic participation of girls teams in polo sports.

Leh: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama departed from Leh today after completing his month-long stay in Ladakh. The farewell occasion was filled with warmth and reverence, as people and dignitaries gathered to offer their prayers and extend their good wishes for His Holiness’s long life and good health. Hon’ble Chairman/CEC, Adv. Tashi Gyalson; Hon’ble Dy. Chairman, Tsering Angchuk; His Eminence the 105th Gaden Tripa, Jetsun Lobsang Dorje Pal Sangpo; His Eminence Thiksay Rinpoche; Administrative Secretary, Michael M. D’Souza, Director General of Police, Ladakh, Dr. S.D. Singh Jamwal; Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Leh, Romil Singh Donk; Senior Superintendent of Police, Leh,…

NUBRA: A solemn condolence ceremony was held at Village Phukpochey, Nubra, Leh, Ladakh (UT) to mark the 30th anniversary of the fateful day in 1995 when 13 BSF mountaineers laid down their lives while attempting to summit Saser Kangri peak. The ceremony was graced by Shri Moinuddin Siddiqui, Deputy Commandant, representing Frontier HQ BSF Kashmir. Col Mukesh Pandey, VSM, Base Commander, Siachen; Mr. Tashi, Tehsildar, Sumur, families of the fallen heroes; members of the civil administration; and the revered Lamas of Sumoor Monastery also paid homage. BSF distributed essential items and conducted a Medical camp among villagers in gratitude for…

Says projects aimed at extending tourist stay through development of parks, walkways, riverfront spaces Kargil, Aug 27: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, emphasised the ambitious beautification plan for Kargil town, aimed at transforming key public spaces into vibrant recreational hubs to attract more tourists and extend their stay in the district.Chairing a review meeting with the Kargil Development Authority on Tuesday, the Lt Governor laid stress upon identifying new sites across the district that could be developed into tourist-friendly spaces. He said Kargil’s tourism potential goes far beyond the existing attractions and there is a pressing…

Says Cooperatives will make Ladakh Farmers Self-ReliantFrom farm to market, Ladakh’s local products to get bigger pushUnveils Cooperative Department’s Cafeteria-cum-Showroom at KharulInaugurates Deputy Registrar & District Audit Officer building worth Rs 2.54 Cr in Kargil Kargil, Aug 27: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today highlighted the crucial role of the Cooperative Department in realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dream of doubling farmers’ income. He said strengthening the cooperative movement is essential to connect “farm to market,” ensuring farmers get the right value for their produce while Ladakh’s unique products find a place in national and global…

 Amid Season’s First & Historic August Snowfall, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju  and LG Ladakh Grace 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐮 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 Suru Summer Festival 2025 began on a truly historic note as Suru Valley witnessed its first-ever August snowfall, transforming the much-awaited summer festival into a spectacular snow festival. The grand inaugural ceremony was graced by Union Minister for Parliamentary and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, as the Chief Guest, and Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavender Gupta, as the Guest of Honour. 

Shachukul, Ladakh: The 5th edition of the Ethical & Educational Exchange Programme (August 25–31, 2025) was inaugurated today at Shachukul Monastery. This initiative continues the vision of bridging traditional aspects of monastic and Ladakhi culture with modern innovations in pedagogy and scientific education. Previous editions of the programme were held at Thiksay in 2021, Shachukul in 2022, Disket in 2023, and again at Thiksay in 2024. Over the past four editions, various dimensions of monastic and modern curricula were explored and implemented through structured modules. The outcomes have been carefully studied to lay the foundation for a holistic new curriculum…

Releases LAMA Web Portal at University of Ladakh Leh, August 25: Climate change poses a grave threat to high-altitude regions like Ladakh, and timely interventions through remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) would be crucial in addressing the challenges of temperature variations, shifting agricultural patterns, and disaster preparedness.This was stated by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, while virtually addressing the gathering on the occasion of the release of the LAMA (Ladakh Specific Modelling and Space Application) Web Portal at the University of Ladakh campus. The event was jointly hosted by the University of Ladakh, the…

Leh: Agriculture Department today organized a one-day training camp for farmers in Shara village, under the aegis of the Agriculture Technology Management Agency (ATMA). The program, aimed at equipping local farmers with modern agricultural techniques and knowledge, was attended by 30 participants. The training camp was headed by Sub Divisional Agriculture Officer, Leh, Mohd Ramzan. Key resource persons for the event included Agriculture Extension Officer, Kharu, Ms. Kunzang Dolma; Agriculture Extension Officer, Leh, Ms. Tsering Dolkar; and Jr. Agriculture Extension Officer, Leh, Ms. Stanzin Idong. Farmers received training on a wide range of topics crucial for improving agricultural productivity and…

Leh: Social and Tribal Welfare Department, Leh accorded a warm farewell to the outgoing Director, Tashi Dolma (JKAS) during an event organised at Garskit Inn, Spituk. On this occasion, the new Director, Kunzes Dolma (JKAS) was also warmly welcomed. A large number of staff from District Programme Officer ICDS Projects, District Social Welfare Office, District Child Protection Unit, Child Welfare Committee, Child Care Institutions, Mission Shakti, Mission Poshan, Mission Vatsalya, Women Helpline, Hub for Empowerment of Women attended the gathering. In her address, Ms. Zarina Bano, CDPO Nyoma, highlighted the remarkable contributions of Ms. Tashi Dolma during her tenure as…

LEH: Justice Mohammad Yousuf Wani, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Visits District Court Leh.  The District Court Leh had the honour of welcoming Justice Mohammad Yousuf Wani, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, during his official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh. On his arrival at the District Court Complex, Leh, Justice Mohammad Yousuf Wani, was warmly received by Manoj Parihar, Principal District & Sessions Judge Leh and Judicial Officers, Prosecution and President, Bar Association, Leh. During his visit, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Mohammad Yousuf Wani, interacted with the Judicial Officers of District…

Leh: The University of Ladakh, in collaboration with the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Leh and the Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO Ahmedabad, today hosted the release of the Ladakh-specific Modeling and Space Applications (LAMA) Web Portal at the University campus. The event began with a felicitation and welcome address by Prof. Saket Kushwaha, Vice Chancellor, University of Ladakh. Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, joined virtually as the Chief Guest and formally released the LAMA Portal along with distinguished dignitaries. The occasion also marked the release of the LAMA Project Report, a University publication, and a…

Leh: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson today chaired a preparatory meeting regarding the upcoming Mega Eye Camp 2025 in his office chamber. The Eye Camp will be organised by Phande Lekchin Welfare Trust, Leh, in collaboration with LAHDC Leh, and held in association with the renowned Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology, Kathmandu, Nepal. The officials had a discussion on arrangements for screening centres, mass public mobilisation, and tentative schedules for surgeries to be carried out at SNM Hospital by the visiting team of doctors. They will send two teams one to Zanskar and one to Changthang and after the screening…

Nubra: Director Rural Development Syed Sajjad Qadri, today visited Turtuk block to inspect the ongoing construction works under SDP,SSP, MGNREGA etc. He reviewed the progress achieved so far and was briefed about the project details by officials of BDO Office Turtuk. During the visit SRMC workers requested his intervention for addressing the challenges related to ensure smooth progress of SRMC Turtuk. The worthy director directed the concern to expedite the expenditure under SSP and SDP before 15th September 2025.

Ladakh: 5th Edition of the LG Cup Horse Polo Tournament began today at the International Polo Ground, Goshan Drass, with an impressive inaugural ceremony. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffar Akhoon, in the presence of the Joint Director, Department of Youth and Sports, Ladakh, Tahir Hussain Zubdavi, Councilors of Upper and Lower Drass, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Drass, and other dignitaries. Speaking on the occasion, the Joint Director of Youth and Sports, Ladakh, said that for the first time, the tournament is being live telecast on AIR News Kargil YouTube Channel, enabling polo lovers…

Says region-specific strategies with modern tech needed for Ladakh’s growth Daman, Aug 24: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, said that the rapid growth and transformation witnessed in Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu stand as a shining reflection of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government’s vision for inclusive and sustainable development. He noted that the Union Territory has emerged as a model of progress with modern infrastructure, thriving tourism, women-led enterprises, and improved public services, embodying the Centre’s commitment to balanced regional growth and people-centric governance. The Lt Governor of Ladakh stated this…

Ladakh: Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal addressed a press conference virtually from Delhi. The Director General of Police Ladakh joined from Leh, while the Secretary Information, Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Superintendent of Police Kargil, and other officers participated from both Leh and Kargil. The Chief Secretary strongly warned against rumour mongering and impersonation that cause fear and alarm among the public. He clarified that rumours about the dissolution of LAHDC are completely baseless. He said the Councils are being strengthened and not dissolved, and appealed to the people to report rumour spreaders to their local SHOs. Strict action under law will…