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| Chief Secretary Inpects Polytechnic College Leh Facilities | | Calls for Industry-Linked and Future-Ready Technical Education | |
Leh, August 24 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, today inspected the newly constructed and existing facilities of Government Polytechnic College (Choglamsar) and reviewed the institution’s infrastructure, academic programmes, laboratories, workshops, student facilities and skill development initiatives.
The visit included a detailed review of the newly constructed offices, computer laboratories, classrooms, workshops, Computer-Based Test (CBT) room, staff quarters, skill training block, and cafeteria and hostel facilities.
The Chief Secretary reviewed the status of furnishing and procurement and sought updates on the operationalization of the newly created f... |
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| | Finance Department Organises One-Day Training/Workshop for Finance Personne | | |
Leh, August 24 (Scoop News)-The Finance Department, UT of Ladakh, organised a one-day training/workshop for finance personnel today at the NIELIT Conference Hall, Leh, with participants joining through video conferencing from Kargil, Zanskar, Changthang, Sham, Nubra and Drass.
The programme was inaugurated by Sh. Ashish Kundra, IAS, Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh, who attended as the Chief Guest.
The training focused on key aspects of financial management, including GFR 2017, DFPR 2024, procurement procedures, LIFMS, leave rules, medical reimbursement, financial concurrence and procurement compliance.
Technical sessions were delivered by senior officers of the Finance Department, ... |
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| | KVK Nyoma Boosts Changthang’s Agricultural Growth Through Mushroom Training and Weather Advisories | | |
Leh, August 24 (Scoop News)-In a concerted effort to promote sustainable rural development, economic self-reliance and climate-resilient agriculture in the high-altitude Changthang region, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Nyoma, University of Ladakh, successfully conducted a two-day training and awareness programme on Oyster Mushroom Cultivation and Agro-Advisory Services on August 21 and 22, 2026. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from 43 farmers and rural youth from the Changthang region.
The training was designed to introduce farmers and rural youth to alternative and high-value livelihood opportunities suitable for the challenging climatic conditions of Changthang, wh... |
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| | CBC organizes awareness programme on VB-G RAM G Act in Leh | | |
Leh, August 24 (Scoop News)-A one-day Integrated and Communication and Outreach Programme (ICOP) on the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB-G RAM G) was organized at EJM College, Leh.
The programme was inaugurated by Sh Tufail Iqbal, District Panchayat Officer, Leh, who was also the Chief Guest. Sh Zahoor Hussain, Asst Professor from the Faculty of Social Sciences, EJM college attended the programme as the Guest of Honour.
The programme, which aimed to create awareness about the recently introduced AB-G RAM G Act, was organised by the Leh Field Office of the Central Bureau of Communication, (CBC) a media unit Ministry of Information and Broadcast... |
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| | Chief Secretary Inaugurates Training Programme for Finance Personnel on GFR, DFPR and Procurement Procedures | | |
Leh, August 24 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today inaugurated a one-day training programme for finance personnel of UT Ladakh on the General Financial Rules (GFR), Delegation of Financial Powers Rules (DFPR), procurement of goods, services and works, financial concurrence and procurement compliance, organised by the Finance Department.
Welcoming the participants, Finance Secretary, IA&AS, Tsewang Tharchin, highlighted the importance of continuous capacity building and handholding of finance personnel in dealing with financial and procedural matters. He said the training would provide an opportunity to address practical issues faced by officia... |
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| | Administrative Secretary, HUDD Inspects Development Projects in Leh | | |
Leh, August 24 (Scoop News)- Administrative Secretary, Housing and Urban Development Department (HUDD), UT Ladakh, Shri Arava Gopi Krishna, today inspected various ongoing developmental and infrastructure projects being executed by the department in Leh and reviewed their progress, quality and utilisation.
The Administrative Secretary first visited the under-construction Office Complex at Dambuchan, Agling, Leh, where he inspected the ongoing construction works and took stock of the progress made so far. He directed the concerned officers and executing agency to expedite the remaining works and ensure timely completion of the project while maintaining the prescribed quality standards... |
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| | Chief Secretary reviews Higher Education Sector and Follow-up to Ladakh Education Conclave | | |
Leh, August 22 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a meeting to review the higher education scenario in Ladakh and assess the follow-up to key recommendations emerging from the Ladakh Education Conclave 2024, with discussions focusing on enrolment, academic programmes, student aspirations, admissions, employability and strengthening the quality of higher education institutions.
At the outset, Secretary, School Education Department, Bhanu Prabha, presented an overview of the current higher education landscape, covering student enrolment, courses offered, skill development initiatives, academic credits and other areas requiring focused attentio... |
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| | CAT Jammu Bench Holds Circuit Sitting at Leh; More Than 32 Cases Heard at ADR Centre | | |
Leh, August 22 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards facilitating access to justice for the people of the Union Territory of Ladakh, the Jammu Bench of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) today held a Circuit Sitting at the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Centre, Melongthang, Leh.
The Circuit Bench was presided over by Hon’ble Mr. Ram Mohan Johri, Member (Judicial), and Hon’ble Mr. Diwakar Singh, Member (Administrative). The sitting was exclusively devoted to cases pertaining to applicants and petitioners from Ladakh, providing them an opportunity to pursue their grievances without having to travel to Jammu.
At the commencement of the sitting, the Hon’ble Membe... |
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| | Chief Secretary Takes Stock of Dairy, Local Product Processing, Waste Management | | |
Leh,August 22 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today undertook a comprehensive review of key development and infrastructure projects in Leh, including the Ladakh Oma Dairy Plant, the newly established Tri-Fusion Gasifier Incinerator at the Solid Waste Resource Management Centre (SRMC), Choglamsar, and the Rural Development Department (RDD) Guest House, taking stock of their functioning, progress and potential to generate employment and strengthen local livelihoods.
During his visit to the Ladakh Oma Dairy Plant, the Chief Secretary inspected various processing units and reviewed the functioning of machinery for milk, apricot and sea bucktho... |
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| | Chief Secretary Inspects Pashmina Dehairing Process at Pashmina Dehairing Plant in Leh | | |
LEH, August 21 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today visited the Pashmina Dehairing Plant at the Industrial Area, Leh, to inspect the ongoing dehairing processes and review the functioning of the facility.
During the visit, the Chief Secretary inspected various sections of the plant and took a first-hand appraisal of the different stages involved in the pashmina dehairing process. He interacted with the concerned officers and officials and reviewed the arrangements in place for the smooth and efficient functioning of the plant.
The Chief Secretary directed the concerned officers to ensure that the dehairing process is carried out in a cl... |
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| | Chief Secretary Joins Great Summer Buddhist Council of Ladakh 2026 Session | | Chief Secretary Joins Great Summer Buddhist Council of Ladakh 2026 Session | |
Leh, August 21 (Scoop News)-The three-day Great Summer Buddhist Council of Ladakh 2026 (Ladakh Mangtro Yarchos Chenmo 2026) commenced today at Ngonpar Gaway Phodang, Matho, with Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, gracing the evening session as the Chief Guest, which focused on the critical theme of “Youth and Social Well-being: Protecting Ladakh from the Menace of Drugs.”
The session brought together school students, Buddhist monks, representatives of sacred places, doctors, experts, police personnel, Nambardars and a large gathering of the public, providing a common platform to deliberate on the growing challenges of substance abuse and the need to collectively safeguar... |
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| | MP Ladakh Haji Hanifa Jan Visits Government Degree College Kargil | | |
Kargil, August 21 (Scoop News)- The Member of Parliament, Ladakh, Haji Hanifa Jan, visited Government Degree College Kargil today and interacted with the college administration, faculty, staff and students. He was warmly received by Principal Dr. Amjad Ali Abbasi, Dr. Salim Ahmad, Nodal Officer, Sankoo Campus, faculty and staff members.
At the outset, Principal Dr. Amjad Ali Abbasi made a detailed presentation before the Hon’ble MP on the overall functioning and development of the college, covering its academic programmes, courses, skill-development initiatives, infrastructure, student activities, achievements and other developmental interventions. This was followed by the submission o... |
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| | Administrative Secretary RDD reviews Implementation of Lakhpati Didi | | VPRP and FNHW Components under DAY-NRLM | |
Leh, August 21 (Scoop News)-Administrative Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD), UT Ladakh, Nidhi Malik, chaired a meeting of the Steering Committee constituted to review the implementation of the Lakhpati Didi, Village Poverty Reduction Plan (VPRP), and Food, Nutrition, Health and WASH (FNHW) components under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).
The meeting reviewed the progress of the three components, the status of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), livelihood enhancement initiatives, convergence with various government departments, and the roadmap for achieving the identified targets across Ladakh.
At the outset, officials from the Rural... |
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| | OSR Two-Day Training Programme Successfully Concludes at Khaltse. | | |
Khaltse, August 21 (Scoop News)- A district-level two-day training programme on Own Source Revenue (OSR) under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA), which commenced on August 20, 2026, concluded successfully today at the Conference Hall of the Block Development Office, Khaltse, District Sham.
The training programme was organized by the District Panchayat Office, Leh, with the objective of strengthening the knowledge and capacity of field-level officials and Panchayati Raj functionaries for effective, participatory and need-based planning and implementation of OSR initiatives.
The programme witnessed the participation of officials from various departments and Panch... |
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