Author: The Dispatch Staff
Sankoo: — The Zonal Education Office Sankoo successfully organized the Zonal Level Cooking Competition 2025 for Mid-Day Meal (MDM) cooks today at Government Higher Secondary School Sankoo, under the centrally sponsored PM POSHAN Scheme. The event celebrated culinary skill, nutritional awareness, and community pride, bringing together top-performing MDM cooks from across the zone. The participants in this prestigious competition were the winners of Cluster Level Cooking Competitions held earlier at their respective cluster centers, making this zonal event a true showcase of excellence. The programme was graced by Sh. Tsering Wangdus, Deputy Chief Education Officer Sankoo, as Chief Guest, and…
Leh: Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Leh, in the presence of Hon’ble Deputy Chairman, LAHDC Leh, Tsering Angchuk; Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Leh, Romil Singh; and Senior Superintendent of Police, Leh, Shruti Arora, chaired a meeting today in the Council Secretariat regarding the upcoming Ladakh Marathon 2025. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Leh, Sonam Nurboo; Chief Planning Officer, Leh, Tsewang Gyalson; Superintending Engineer, PWD Circle Leh, Dorjey Gyatso; Chief Medical Officer, Leh, Dr. Dolma Chuskit; Joint Director (F), UT Ladakh, Jigmet Namgyal; Deputy Secretary, Cultural Academy Leh, Tsewang Pajor; Executive Engineer, R&B Leh, Lobzang Yontan; Executive Engineer, PDD…
Leh: Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Leh, Tashi Gyalson, chaired a meeting today at the Council Secretariat, Leh, in the presence of Hon’ble Deputy Chairman, LAHDC Leh, Tsering Angchuk; Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Leh, Romil Singh; and Senior Superintendent of Police, Leh, Shruti Arora, regarding the 3rd edition of the “Climate Cup Football Tournament 2025.” The meeting was also attended by ADDC Leh, Sonam Nurboo; Joint Director Finance UT Ladakh, Jigmet Namgail; Chief Planning Officer, Leh, Tsewang Gyalson; Superintending Engineer PWD Circle Leh, Dorjey Gyatso; Chief Medical Officer, Leh, Dr. Dolma Chuskit; Deputy Secretary Cultural Academy, Leh, Tsewang Paljor; Executive Engineer Construction…
Leh, August 28:Hon’ble Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson held a meeting with Former Member of Parliament and President of Asoka Mission, Shri Thupstan Chhewang, along with the General Secretary of Asoka Mission, Shri Tsering Motup. The meeting included discussions on the annual charitable medical camps organized by Asoka Mission in collaboration with specialist doctors from AIIMS, New Delhi. They apprised the Hon’ble CEC that this year’s camps will be held from 14th to 21st September 2025, covering Leh from 14th to 18th September and Nubra from 19th to 20th September. A team of around 30 doctors from nearly all…
Leh: Martyrs’ Day was solemnly observed at the Martyrs Memorial Park, Skyatsags, on August 27 to honor the supreme sacrifices of Ladakhi martyrs who laid down their lives for the cause and identity of Ladakh. The commemoration was attended by His Eminence Khamtak Rinpoche; Hon’ble Executive Councillor for RDD, Tashi Namgyal Yakzee; Hon’ble Councillors of LAHDC Leh Tsering Namgyal, Tundup Nurboo,Karma Namdak, Lobzang Sherab,Konchok Stanzin,Dr.Morup Dorjey;Smanla Dorjey;Lhundup Dorjai & Hon’ble Nominated Councillor, Ven. Konchok Tsepel;Founder SECMOL Sonam Wangchuk; President, Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA), Chering Dorjey Lakrook; Senior Vice President LBA, Rigzen Dorjey; President, Anjuman Imamia Leh, Ashraf Ali Barcha; President,…
Leh: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, was called on by BJP members from Charasa–Burma village. The delegation expressed their gratitude to the Hon’ble CEC and the Deputy Chairman Shri Tsering Angchuk for supporting the long-pending demand of the Shatse Taknak Bridge over the Shayok River to connect Disket with Burma. They appreciated their efforts in taking the matter to Delhi and meeting Hon’ble Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari and Hon’ble MoS for Roads and Highways to push for its sanction. The members also extended thanks to Councillor Tiger Shri Rigzen Lundup, and Councillor Panamik Shri Tsering Sandup for their…
Stresses revival of traditional games, expansion of Winter Sports My vision to build world-class infrastructure while preserving Ladakh’s cultural roots Calls on youth to emulate Courage & Discipline in every field Drass: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, on Thursday, reaffirmed UT Ladakh Administration’s vision of positioning Ladakh as a centre of cultural heritage, sporting excellence, and youth-driven growth. He said the Union Territory will prioritise the revival of traditional games like horse polo, expand winter sports, and create a strong ecosystem that blends culture, tourism, and modern infrastructure to give new opportunities to the youth and preserve Ladakh’s…
Turn emotional while witnessing Soldiers’ Last Letters & Pictures Drass: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today paid heartfelt homage to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation at the Drass War Memorial. Accompanied by his wife, Smt Bindu Gupta, the Lt Governor offered floral tributes at the memorial and observed a solemn silence in remembrance of the martyrs. The Lt Governor, along with his wife, turned emotional with moist eyes while witnessing the Soldiers’ Last Letters and Pictures framed in the Hut of Remembrance in the War Memorial. Speaking on the occasion, the Lt…
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…