Ladakh

HPV Vaccination Programme Launched in UT Ladakh

01/03/2026
Leh, February 28 (KIP)-The National Health Mission NHM, UT Ladakh, today officially launched the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Programme at SNM Hospital Leh, marking a significant step toward safeguarding adolescent girls from cervical cancer and strengthening preventive healthcare services in the region. The programme was launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi via online mode from Ajmer, as part of a broader national initiative to expand cervical cancer prevention...

ADC Kargil urges Artisans to Avail Govt Benefits and Enhance Trade Quality

01/03/2026
Kargil, February 28 (KIP)-Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho attended an awareness programme on PM Vishwakarma Scheme held at Conference Hall Baroo today. The programme was organised to create awareness among artisans and stakeholders about the benefits and modalities of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, MSME-related initiatives and special focus on providing market linkage, marketing support, toolkit assistance and redressal of issues faced by artisans and beneficiaries. ...

MC Leh Conducts Training Programme on Integrated Solid Waste Management

01/03/2026
Leh, February 28 (KIP)-Municipal Committee Leh (MC Leh) organised a half-day Training & Capacity Building Programme on Integrated Solid Waste Management under the Training & Capacity Building component of Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 on 28th February 2026 at The Grand Dragon Hotel. The programme was conducted in collaboration with Zero Waste Ladakh and Ladakh Ecological Development Group (LeDEG). In his opening address, Stanzin Rabgais, Executive Officer, MC Leh, underscored the crucial...

UT Administration Ladakh bids farewell to Outgoing Administrative Secretary Michael M. D' Souza

28/02/2026
Leh,February 27 (KIP)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh organised a farewell programme for outgoing Administrative Secretary Michael M. D' Souza in recognition of his dedicated service to the Union Territory. Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra felicitated Michael M. D' Souza and appreciated his valuable contributions towards strengthening governance and administrative functioning in Ladakh. He lauded the officer’s commitment, professionalism, and efforts during his tenure and ...

Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) successfully concluded in District Leh

28/02/2026
Leh, February 27 (KIP)-The Three-Day State-Level Training & Capacity Building Programme on “Review & Implementation of Panchayat Development Plan (PDP)” under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) successfully concluded today in District Leh. The programme was conducted from 27th to 27th February, 2026, with the objective of strengthening planning, review, and effective implementation of Panchayat Development Plans at the grassroots level. The training programme was organized ...

Disease Outbreak Reported in Dogs in Zanska

28/02/2026
Kargil, February 27 (KIP)-February 27, 2026: A sudden outbreak of disease has been reported among dogs in certain villages of Zanskar Sub-Division in Kargil. The affected dogs are exhibiting clinical symptoms including conjunctivitis, excessive salivation, purulent nasal discharge, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Following a report submitted by the Livestock Development Officer (LDO), Zanskar (vide No. LDO-Z/Tech/2027-2026/570-71 dated 24-02-2026), the office of the Chief Animal Husbandry Offi...

Two-Day Science Workshop for Government School Teachers Begins at DIET Leh

28/02/2026
Leh, February 27 (KIP)-A two-day workshop on Science for Masters and Teachers of Government High and Middle Schools of Leh district commenced today at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh. The workshop aims to strengthen teachers’ subject knowledge, promote innovative pedagogical practices, and enhance classroom teaching–learning processes in science education with special emphasis on practical and activity based learning of Physics. The workshop was inaugurated by t...

CHC Khaltse Organises Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) Camp at Village Beema.

27/02/2026
Khaltse, February 27 (KIP)-The Community Health Centre (CHC), Khaltse successfully organised a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) camp at Village Beema on 26th February 2026, under the supervision of Block Medical Officer (BMO), Khaltse, Dr. Shamim Ahmed. The camp aimed to provide specialised healthcare services to the remote community. The medical team comprised the following doctors and paramedical staff: Dr. Padma Ladol- Gynaecologist, Dr. Stanzin Choeying – Dental Surgeon, Dr. Stanzin Phunchok...

LG Ladakh Flags Off "Rashtriya EkataYatra" under SERU Banner

26/02/2026
Leh, February 26 (KIP)-"Rashtriya Ekata Yatra" under the Banner of Students Experience in Regional Understanding organized by Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) in collaboration with SEIL and Vidyarthi CEVA Educational Trust was flagged off today by Hon'ble LG Ladakh Sh. Kavinder Gupta at Lokbhawan Leh.This program offers students from Ladakh a unique chance to explore diverse cultures and educational opportunities beyond their homeland. A group of 30 students from various regions in...

ADC Takes Meeting with Political Parties in Kargil on Special Intensive Revision Preparations

26/02/2026
Kargil, February 26 (KIP)- The Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, today chaired a meeting with representatives of various political parties to discuss the preparatory arrangements for the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the Electoral Roll. The meeting was attended by the District President of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Kargil, representative of Indian National Congress (INC), Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Ka...

T20 Cricket Tournament concludes in Awantipora

26/02/2026
Srinagar, February 26 (KIP)-J&K Police under the aegis of Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025-26 organized a T-20 Knockout Cricket tournament in Awantipora. The tournament which was inaugurated by SSP Awantipora at DPL Awantipora concluded today with a colourful closing ceremony. On the closing ceremony, SSP Awantiporra, DySP DAR and other officers of Police attended the closing ceremony. The final match of the T20 cricket tournament was played between JCC Midoora vs Chandrigam 11 in w...

T20 Cricket Tournament concludes in Awantipora

26/02/2026
Srinagar, February 26 (KIP)-J&K Police under the aegis of Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025-26 organized a T-20 Knockout Cricket tournament in Awantipora. The tournament which was inaugurated by SSP Awantipora at DPL Awantipora concluded today with a colourful closing ceremony. On the closing ceremony, SSP Awantiporra, DySP DAR and other officers of Police attended the closing ceremony. The final match of the T20 cricket tournament was played between JCC Midoora vs Chandrigam 11 in w...

DC Kargil Chairs Capex Budget 2025–26 Expenditure Review Meeting

26/02/2026
Kargil, February 26 (KIP)-The Deputy Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, today chaired a comprehensive expenditure review meeting of the District Capex Budget 2025–26 at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner undertook a detailed assessment of the progress achieved under ongoing and newly sanctioned works across various sectors. Emphasizing fiscal discipline and transparency, the Deputy Commissioner stressed the ne...

PM Vishwakarma Exhibition-cum-Trade Fair 2026 Organised at Eco Park, Leh

25/02/2026
Leh, February 25 (KIP)- The PM Vishwakarma Exhibition-cum-Trade Fair 2026 was successfully organised at Eco Park Leh by the MSME-Development & Nucleus Cell, Leh, Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India, in association with the Directorate of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh. Joint Director, MSME-DNC Leh, Shri Amit Kumar Tamaria, delivered the welcome address, while Assistant Director, MSME-DNC Leh, Shri Rajesh Kumar, presented the vote of thanks. The exhibi...

2-Day Pashmina Conclave 2026 Begins in Leh

25/02/2026
Leh,February 25 (KIP)- The 2-Day Pashmina Conclave 2026, themed “From Changthang Fibre to Global Luxury Standards,” commenced today at The Dragon Hotel, Leh. The conclave is being organised by the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh with the objective of strengthening the Pashmina value chain and positioning Ladakh’s premium fibre in the global luxury market. The event brings together designers from Delhi and Ladakh, local weavers, yarn makers, entrepreneurs, cooperative r...

Pangong Lake: Two-day Pangong Frozen Marathon concluded

25/02/2026
Leh,February 25 (KIP)- The two-day Pangong Frozen Marathon concluded successfully, marking the end of an exhilarating sporting event held on the frozen expanse of Pangong Tso. The final day commenced with the 5 km and 21 km races, witnessing enthusiastic participation from runners across categories. Following the completion of all race segments, a medal distribution ceremony was organised to honour the winners and acknowledge the efforts of collaborators and stakeholders who contributed to t...

Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon 2026 – Day 2

25/02/2026
Lehh,February 25 (KIP)- On the second day of the Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon 2026, held on 25th February 2026, the event was organised by The Thin Ice Adventure in collaboration with the Government of UT Ladakh, Indian Oil Corporation (Servo), and other stakeholders. Day 2 featured the 21 km and 5 km race categories. Approximately 250 runners participated across both the 21 km and 5 km categories, showcasing remarkable endurance and enthusiasm despite the extreme high-altitude conditio...

UT-Ladakh holds One-Day HLO training conference for Census 2027, under Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra

25/02/2026
Leh, February 25 (KIP)- A one-day UT-Level Training Conference on House Listing Operations (HLO) for Census of India 2027 was held today under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Chief Secretary of UT-Ladakh, Ashish Kundra. The conference was organised by the Planning, Development & Monitoring Department (PD&MD), UT-Ladakh (the Nodal Department for Census) in collaboration with the Directorate of Census Operations, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh. The training programme aimed to strengthen pre...

Department of Horticulture Nubra Organises Training on Pruning and Pest Management

25/02/2026
Nubra, February 24 (KIP)-The Department of Horticulture, Nubra Sub Division, on Tuesday organised a one-day awareness-cum-training programme on pruning and pest management for progressive orchardists of Tyakshi-A, Tyakshi-B, Kharponthang and adjoining villages. Around 40 farmers participated in the programme, which was conducted in the presence of Shri Hamidullah, Horticulture Technician Grade-I. During the session, practical demonstrations on scientific pruning techniques were carried out ...

Five-day teacher training workshop on FLN Lesson Planning concluded

23/02/2026
Leh,February 23 (KIP)-leh The five-day teacher training workshop on FLN Lesson Planning and Jolly Phonics successfully concluded today on 21st February, at DIET Leh. The programme was organised in collaboration with the 17,000 Feet Foundation and Jolly Phonics UK with DIET Leh. The training sessions were conducted by expert resource persons Mrs. Archana Mahindra and Mr. Shainaz Jussa (Jolly Phonics Trainer) UK. Both the resource persons worked with great dedication and took painstaking e...

One day training camp”Kisan Ghosti “ at Sub Division Kharu under ATMA

23/02/2026
Kharu.February 23 (KIP)-A training camp Kisan Ghostu focusing on Farmer awareness cum imparting training on latest technologies of Agriculture was held today February 23,2026 at Kharu Sub Division Leh. The event, organized by the Agriculture Department has witnessed the participation of around 50 farmers from different villages of Sub Division The training was led by Sub Divisional Agriculture Officer Mohd Ramzan, Agriculture Extension Officer, Kharu Kunzang Dolma and Agriculture Extension...

EC Kacho Feroz Chairs Meeting to Resolve Public Concerns

23/02/2026
Kargil,February 23 (KIP)-A meeting was convened under the chairmanship of the Hon'ble Executive Councillor, Revenue, PHE, I&FC, and Tourism, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz to address issues related to the widening of the road from Shargole to Kanoor being executed by the VIJAYAK/BRO. The meeting was attended by Officers of VIJAYAK/BRO, the Hon'ble Councillor of Shargole Constituency, and members of the gencral public from Khachay, Karamba, Foo, and Sirjing villages. It was reported that...

SIR expected to commence in April 2026

23/02/2026
Leh, February 23 (KIP)-The Chief Electoral Officer, Ladakh, held a meeting today with the District Election Officers/Deputy Commissioners of Leh and Kargil, the Electoral Registration Officer, Ladakh, and the Deputy Election Officers of Leh and Kargil, in light of the recent instructions issued by the Election Commission of India regarding the preparatory exercise for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), expected to commence in April 2026. During the meeting, detailed instructions were issu...

Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Reviews Road Connectivity

22/02/2026
Kargil, February 22 (KIP)- The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, during his visit to Zanskar Sub-Division, conducted a series of review meetings focusing on road connectivity, higher education infrastructure, traffic regulations and tourism development. The Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra met with officials of Unit 126 RCC (GREF), where Commandant Y.S. Tomar briefed him on the status of the NPD Road and LPN Road, including completed stretches, remaining porti...

Pawan Hans successfully landed today at the helipads of Sumoor and Digger villages

22/02/2026
Nubra, February 22 (KIP)- A B3 helicopter of Pawan Hans successfully landed today at the helipads of Sumoor and Digger villages, marking an important step in strengthening connectivity and public service delivery in the region. The helicopter was received by Tehsildar Sumoor, shri Tashi Jorgais. The visit was organized to facilitate essential public services and improve accessibility for the local population, particularly in remote and difficult to reach areas.

CEO Ladakh held review meeting with DEO/Officers/DC’S of Leh and Kargil

21/02/2026
Leh, February 21 (KIP)-The Chief Electoral Officer, Ladakh, held a meeting today with the District Election Officers/Deputy Commissioners of Leh and Kargil, the Electoral Registration Officer, Ladakh, and the Deputy Election Officers of Leh and Kargil, in light of the recent instructions issued by the Election Commission of India regarding the preparatory exercise for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), expected to commence in April 2026. During the meeting, detailed instructions were is...

Chief Secretary interacts with public representatives of Singe Lalok at Nyerak Bridge

21/02/2026
Leh, February 21 (KIP)-The Chief Secretary of UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, during his tour to the Zanskar sub-division, today interacted with public representatives of Singe Lalok at Nyerak Bridge. The meeting witnessed active participation from Nambardars and representatives of various villages in the Singe Lalok region, who apprised the Chief Secretary of key developmental issues and long-pending demands concerning their areas. During the interaction, the delegation raised the iss...

Farmers in Sakti Village Trained on Oil seed cultivation

21/02/2026
Kharu. February 21 (KIP)-A training camp focusing on oil seed cultivation under National Mission on Edible oil/ oil seeds under Krishi unnati was held today, February 21, 2026 in Sakti village, of Kharu Sub Division Leh. The event, organized by the Agriculture Department aimed to educate farmers on the best practices for growing mustard (oil seed) The training was led by Sub Divisional Agriculture Officer Mohd Ramzan, Agriculture Extension Officer, Kharu Kunzang Dolma and Jr. Agriculture Ext...

ADC Leh, Ghulam Mohd, JKAS, chaired a meeting

21/02/2026
Leh,February 20 (KIP)-ADC Leh, Ghulam Mohd, JKAS, chaired a meeting on 20.02.2026 in the VC Room of the DC Office, Leh, to review and finalize arrangements for the ongoing holy month of Ramadan 2026. During the meeting, comprehensive measures were discussed to ensure the smooth observance of the month until Eid-ul-Fitr. The ADC directed that ambulances be stationed at designated venues during major congregational prayers and significant gatherings to ensure prompt medical response. The Coope...

BMO Khaltse Organises Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) Camp at Village Ang.

21/02/2026
Khaltse, February 20 (KIP)-The Block Medical Officer (BMO), Khaltse, Dr. Shamim Ahmed, successfully organised a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) camp at Village Ang on February 20, 2026. The medical camp was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Shamim Ahmed (BMO Khaltse) with the objective of providing specialised healthcare services to the local community, particularly in the remote village of Ang. The following medical officers were deputed to conduct the camp: Dr. Stanzin Yangdol – Physici...