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| UT Ladakh Pulse Polio Programme Successfully Conducted in Kargil District | | |
Kargil, June 28 (Scoop News)- The Health Department, Kargil, successfully organized the Pulse Polio Programme as part of its continued efforts to ensure complete immunization coverage and sustain the district’s contribution to the country’s polio-free status.
The programme was graced by the Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, as the Chief Guest, in the presence of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Mohd Abass, other health officials, frontline healthcare workers, and dignitaries.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner, Rakesh Kumar appreciated the dedicated efforts of the health department and field staff. He emphasized the importance of collective participation an... |
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| | Administrative Secretary, PWD Visits Hunder–Dok Road Project of PMGSY to Review Progress | | |
Nubra, June 28 (Scoop News)- The Administrative Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), UT Ladakh, Shri Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary, IAS, today visited the Hunder–Dok Road project under PMGSY to review the progress of the ongoing work.
He was accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner, Nubra, Shri Mukul Beniwal, IAS; the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Nubra, Shri Jigmet Rabtan, JKAS; the Superintending Engineer, R&B Department; Executive Engineers; and other concerned officers.
During the inspection, the Administrative Secretary interacted with the Numbardars and local residents to obtain first-hand feedback on the progress of the project and to understand the issues and concerns of the are... |
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| | Pulse Polio Immunisation Programme Conducted Across Sham District | | |
Khaltse, June 28 (Scoop News)- The Pulse Polio Immunisation Programme for children between 0 to 5 years was successfully conducted across Sham district today.
Deputy Commissioner Sham, Smt. Kunzes Angmo (JKAS) along with Block Medical Officer (BMO) Khaltse Dr. Javed Ahmed formally inaugurated the programme by administering polio drops to a child and urged parents to ensure that every eligible child receives the vaccine for a polio-free society. The DC appreciated the efforts of health workers, supervisors, volunteers and supporting staff for their active participation in the campaign.
During the campaign, a total of 68 immunisation booths were established across the district... |
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| | Two MoS Dr. Mansukh a nd Sanjay Seth visited Phobrang Village in Changthang District | | |
Phobrang, Ladakh ,June 27 (Scoop News)- Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, along with Hon'ble Minister of State for Defence, Shri Sanjay Seth, today visited Phobrang Village in Changthang District, Ladakh, to interact with the participants of the Viksit Vibrant Village Programme (VVVP). The programme was organised at the Community Hall, Phobrang, in the presence of State Director, MY Bharat Ladakh, Ms. Tajamul Ara, Deputy Commissioner, Changthang, Shri Nitish Rajora, officers of MY Bharat, Indian Army, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), civil administration, local representatives and villagers.
The dignitaries were accorded a ... |
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| | Administrative Secretary Reviews Progress of R&B and PMGSY Road & Bridge Projects at Nubra | | |
Nubra, June 27 (Scoop News)-The Administrative Secretary of the PWD ,Sh.Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary, IAS, today reviewed the status of ongoing road and bridge projects under the R&B and PMGSY wings in nubra. During the meeting, he sought detailed updates on the completion status, physical progress, upgradation works, liabilities, and bottlenecks affecting project execution.
The Administrative Secretary directed the Executive Engineers of PWD to prepare comprehensive details of each project under the CRIF, SDP, and State Sector CAPEX schemes. He also instructed the concerned Junior Engineers of R&B and PMGSY to resolve project-related issues in coordination with the Deputy Commissioner and... |
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| | Warm Welcome to Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya in Leh, Ladakh | | |
Leh, Ladakh,June 26 (Scoop News)- Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, was accorded a warm and traditional welcome in Leh by Ms. Tajamul Ara, State Director, Shri Khushal Gupta, Deputy Director, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Leh-Ladakh, along with enthusiastic MY Bharat volunteers.
The Hon'ble Minister was welcomed with traditional Ladakhi music and presented with Khataks, symbolizing respect, hospitality, and goodwill.
During the visit, Dr. Mandaviya interacted with the youth volunteers of MY Bharat and appreciated their dedication and commitment towards nation-building and community service. He encouraged the young volunteers to ... |
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| | CS calls for Global-Scale Black-necked Crane Festival rooted in Local Communities | | |
Leh, June 25 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a meeting to review the proposal for organizing the Black-necked Crane Festival 2026, aimed at promoting wildlife conservation, harmonious coexistence between communities and nature, and nature-based livelihoods across the Changthang region of Ladakh.
The proposed festival, planned for the second half of August 2026, seeks to celebrate the iconic Black-necked Crane while showcasing the ecological, cultural, and economic significance of Ladakh’s high-altitude wetlands. The festival is envisioned as a platform to strengthen conservation awareness, encourage sustainable tourism, and ... |
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| | DC Changthang Reviews Development Works in Durbuk | | |
Tangtse, June 25 (Scoop News)-Shri Nitish Rajora, Deputy Commissioner, Changthang, visited Sub-Division Durbuk today and reviewed various developmental and public welfare initiatives.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inaugurated the Public Library at Tangtse along with the Station Commander, 114 HQ Tangtse. The library has been constructed by the Indian Army under Operation Sadbhavana. On the occasion, the Station Commander highlighted that the facility should be optimally utilised by students for academic growth and learning. The Deputy Commissioner appreciated the Indian Army for establishing the facility, which includes over 1,000 books, a rest room, toilet, and heating fac... |
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| | Chief Secretary reviews Compliance with Supreme Court Directions on Solid Waste Management across Ladakh | | |
Leh, June 25 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess compliance with the directions issued by the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Civil Appeal No. 6174 of 2023, pursuant to its order dated May 5, 2026, regarding the implementation of the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules and scientific waste management practices.
Sh. Mandeep Mittal, IFS, Regional Director and Member Secretary, Ladakh Pollution Control Committee (LPCC), delivered a detailed presentation outlining the responsibilities and directions issued to District Collectors, Urban Local Bodies, Municipal Committees, UT Administrative Departments, ... |
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| | Ashish Kundra chairs review meeting on Social and Tribal Welfare initiatives | | |
Leh, June 25 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a review meeting of the Social and Tribal Welfare Department to assess the progress of various welfare initiatives and development programmes being implemented across the region.
The meeting focused on strengthening the delivery of social welfare schemes and ensuring the effective implementation of programmes.
During the meeting, Director of the Social and Tribal Welfare Department, Zahida Bano, gave a detailed presentation outlining the organisational structure and functioning of the department. She also highlighted the status of various centrally sponsored and UT-level schemes being implemented und... |
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| | KVK Kargil-I Organizes One-Day Workshop on “Management of Backyard Poultry Birds in Ladakh Conditions” | | |
Kargil, June 25 (Scoop News)- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil-I organized a one-day workshop on Backyard Poultry Farming in collaboration with the All India Coordinated Research Project on Poultry Breeding, Leh Centre, University of Ladakh. The programme was conducted to promote poultry farming as a sustainable livelihood option and an effective means of women’s empowerment in the region.
The workshop was attended by farmers, farm women, beneficiaries of the poultry project, and officials from various departments. Dr. Nassreen F. Kacho, Senior Scientist and Head, KVK Kargil-I, welcomed the chief guest, participants, and beneficiaries, and highlighted the importance of poultry farming... |
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