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Ladakh Successfully Concludes Multi-Disaster Mock Exercise in Kargil

The UT-level mock exercise for earthquake, GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood), and cloudburst disasters, organized by UT Ladakh in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the Ministry of Home Affairs, concluded successfully on August 22 in Kargil. This exercise, held for the third consecutive year, was overseen virtually by Major General Sudhir […]

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Lieutenant Governor Mishra Unveils Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme by POWERGRID in Ladakh

On August 9, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), laid the foundation stone for the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) by POWERGRID at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat. During the ceremony, the LG inquired about the transmission line’s reach, electricity tariffs, power supply duration, and transmission losses. He stressed minimizing transmission losses and […]

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Dr. Kotwal Leads SLAC Meeting to Approve PMFME Branding Support for Seabuckthorn Products in Ladakh

On August 9, Advisor Ladakh Dr. Pawan Kotwal chaired a meeting of the State Level Approval Committee (SLAC) at the Civil Secretariat, Leh, to review and approve proposals for Branding & Marketing support under the Pradhan Mantri Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme. The meeting started with a detailed PowerPoint presentation by the […]

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Progress Review: BSNL 4G Saturation Project in Ladakh Gains Momentum

Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), conducted a review of BSNL’s 4G saturation project in Ladakh on June 13. During the meeting, Sandeep Govil, Director (Mobile) of BSNL Board, New Delhi, presented an update on the progress of installing 4G towers across Ladakh. Govil reported that the project is scheduled for completion […]

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Empowering Voter Engagement: Chief Electoral Officer Leads Outreach in Ladakh Ahead of General Elections 2024

In a concerted effort to bolster voter awareness and mobilize participation for the upcoming Lok Sabha election, Chief Electoral Officer Yetindra M. Maralkar embarked on a visit to Sakti Village in the Kharu Sub-Division of Leh on May 16. The event commenced with a warm welcome from the village Nambardar and Goba, accompanied by lamas […]

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Empowering Health Advocates: Capacity-Building Program for ASHA and Anganwadi Workers in Ladakh

The District Hub for Empowerment of Women, Mission Shakti, and the Department of Social and Tribal Welfare in the Union Territory of Ladakh collaborated to organize a capacity-building program for ASHA and Anganwadi workers on May 11th. The primary aim of the program was to equip Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers and Anganwadi workers […]

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Advancing Sustainable Energy: Evaluating the Puga Geothermal Project in Ladakh

The Advisor to the Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr Kotwal chaired a virtual meeting to accurately evaluate the completion of the Puga geothermal project. The meeting aimed to scrutinise the status of the project, chart a comprehensive roadmap, and proactively identify and address potential challenges to its progress. The meeting was marked by discussions and […]

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Empowering Democracy: SVEEP Campaign Engages University of Ladakh Community

The District Election Office in Leh orchestrated a SVEEP campaign at the University of Ladakh, Taru Thang, on April 1st. The proceedings kicked off with a warm welcome address by Dorje Namgail, the Campus Ambassador of the University of Ladakh. Dr. Morup, the State SVEEP Nodal Officer, delivered a presentation on applications designed to streamline […]

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Empowering Ladakh: PM Vishwakarma Scheme Seminar Advances Traditional Crafts

On March 11, a seminar cum awareness program regarding the PM Vishwakarma scheme, its registration process, and approval procedures was chaired by Sanjeev Khirwar, the Principal Secretary of UT Ladakh, at the DC conference hall. Santosh Sukhadeve, the Deputy Commissioner of Leh, was also in attendance. The main aim of the seminar was to streamline […]

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Trekking in Ladakh: A Guide for Adventurous Tourists

Ladakh, a land of high altitude deserts, snow-capped peaks, and ancient monasteries, is a trekker’s paradise. Located in the Himalayas, Ladakh offers a variety of trekking trails for all levels of experience, from easy day hikes to challenging multi-day expeditions. The best time to go trekking in Ladakh is from May to September, when the […]

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