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Hello Jammu News at 9:27:00 PM 0


Kargil, July 06  :  Secretary Rural Development Department and Panchayat Raj, Sheetal Nanda during her five-day visit of Ladakh Division today called on the Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil Feroz Ahmed Khan and the Executive Councillors at Tourist Facilitation Centre Kargil.

Executive Councillor for Rural Development Er Phunsog Tashi, Executive Councillor for Social Welfare Aga Syed Mujtaba, Executive Councillor for Works Aga Syed Abbass, , Executive Councillor for Health Muhammad Ali Chandan, Deputy Commissioner and CEO,LAHDC, Kargil Baseer ul Haq Choudhary, Director Rural Development Kashmir Qazi Sarwar, Assistant Commissioner Development Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, District Panchayat Officer Shabir Hussain, Executive Engineer REW Gulzar Hussain Munshi besides other concerned officers attended the meeting.

During the course of the meeting, detailed discussion was held on the implementation of RDD schemes in the district. The need for coordination and integration between the Councillors of LAHDC and Panchayat members for effective implementation of developmental programmes and welfare schemes on ground was highlighted during the meeting. A mechanism for participation of Councillors in the Gram Sabhas was also suggested.

The CEC Kargil highlighted the issue pertaining to the shortage of BDOs in various blocks of the district and sought the intervention of the Secretary RDD in this regard.

The Secretary RDD assured the CEC that necessary steps would be taken to ensure that the shortage of BDOs is resolved by filling up of the posts on additional charge basis as an immediate measure followed by the appointment of junior scale KAS officers in due course of time.

Meanwhile, the Secretary also convened a meeting to review progress of various ongoing RDD projects in the district. 

The meeting took comprehensive stock of various schemes of the department in the district including MGNREGA, PMAY (Gramin), SBM, job cards etc.

The Secretary RDD directed fast pacing of the implementation of various departmental schemes so that the socio-economic landscape of the rural areas gets the requisite fillip.

While reviewing other schemes of the department, Nanda exhorted upon the officers to adhere strictly to set guidelines thereby ensuring that the schemes are effectively implemented on ground.

The Secretary was briefed about the physical and financial achievements registered by the department under works related to natural resource management, individual assets for vulnerable sections, rural infrastructure, payment of wages, estimation status of SECURE, geo-tagging on Phase I and II, status of GIS Plan and action taken on Social Audit Report.

Sheetal also informed in detail about the status of PMAY (G), PWL and SBM.

The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC, Kargil Baseer ul Haq Choudhary, Director Rural Development Kashmir Qazi Sarwar, Additional Secretary RDD Rakesh Kumar Badyal, ACD Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, District Panchayat Officer Shabir Hussain, Executive Engineer REW Gulzar Hussain Munshi BDOs, AEEs, AEs and the field staff.

Sheetal hailed the efforts of the officers of RD Kargil for noteworthy progress shown in MGNREGA works and exhorted upon them to work with added zeal to extend the benefits of the scheme to eligible beneficiaries as the scheme has good deal of potential in the district.

Meanwhile, the Secretary RDD also inspected several ongoing works like construction of footpath and de-silting tanks, sanitary complexes and other public utilities in various blocks of the district including Pashkum and Sodh.

She also inaugurated an Apna Panchayat Ghar at Gram Panchayat Pashkum.

Deputy Commissioner and CEO,LAHDC, Kargil Baseer ul Haq Choudhary, Superintendent of Police Kargil Dr Vinod Kumar, Director Rural Development Kashmir Qazi Sarwar, Additional Secretary RDD Rakesh Kumar Badyal Assistant Commissioner Development Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, District Panchayat Officer Shabir Hussain, Executive Engineer REW Gulzar Hussain Munshi besides other concerned officers accompanied the Secretary during the tour.

Interacting with the people, Sheetal said Panchayats have a significant role in development of the villages and people should monitor the works being executed in their respective areas to ensure that the works are completed within the set standards and quality material is used.

Earlier during the day, a workshop on SECURE (Software for Estimate Calculation Using Rural rates for Employment), Geographic Information System (GIS) and Mobile Monitoring System (MMS) for BDOs, AEES, AEs, VLWs, Technical Assistants, Gram Rozgar Sewaks and MIS Operators of the department was held at Conference Hall Baroo Kargil.

During the participants were enlightened about creating estimates for MGNREGA works using common platform as well as various aspects of Geographic Information System (GIS) as a framework for gathering, managing, and analyzing data and Mobile Monitoring System (MMS).
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Leh, July 04  :   The Chairman and Chief Executive Councilor, LAHDC, Leh, Gyal P Wangyal has nominated Phuntsog Stanzin of Skurbuchan Constituency, Mumtaz Hussain of Chushot Constituency and Konchok Stanzin of Chushul Constituency as Executive Councilors in the Executive Council of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh.

While nominating them in a brief function held today at Council Secretariat, Gyal Wangyal said that the Executive Council of LAHDC, Leh has been lying vacant since few weeks in the wake of resignation tendered by Jamyang Tsering Namgyal from the post of Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Leh. He said that portfolios to the newly nominated Executive Councilors shall be allotted within few days.

It is pertinent to mention that Gyal P Wangyal who was holding the seat of Dy. Chairman of LAHDC Leh representing as Councilor of Sakti Constituency was elected unopposed as Chairman and Chief Executive Councilor of LAHDC, Leh in a special general council meeting held on 2nd of this month.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:10:00 PM 0

KARGIL, OCTOBER 05: The Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Vikas Kundal today directed the officers of Roads and Buildings (R&B) and Public Health Engineering (PHE) Departments to conduct survey of ShakarChiktan block and identify the new road projects and Water Supply Schemes (WSSs) and prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and submit the same to the concerned quarter for accord of necessary sanction.
He also asked the Irrigation Department to formulate an comprehensive plans for development, repairs and renovation of all irrigation Khuls included Kanji Nallah and furnish the same to the concerned quarter for arrangement of funds.
These instructions were given by the Deputy Commissioner to the concerned departments in a Public Darbar convened to hear and redress the public grievance at far-flung areas of ShakarChiktan block today.
The Darbar chaired by the Deputy Commissioner witnessed participation of people in large numbers. The Representatives of the 11 revenue villages of the ShakarChiktan area included Bodh Kharbo, Stakchay, Samrah, Chiktan, Shakar and Hagnis raised various developmental issues of their respective areas. These included early release of land compensation acquired for construction of road projects, issuance of cattle feed, inadequate staff in health and education departments, up gradation of schools and Primary Health Centres, measures for tackling to minimize the damages caused due to wild animals and stray dogs, construction of lanes, drains, culverts and ponds.
While listening the developmental problems of the people, the Deputy Commissioner gave them a patient hearing and assured them that their genuine demands will be looked into a phased manner. He, however, in some cases gave on the spot directions to the concerned quarter for early redressal.  
Responding to the demand of construction of playing fields including Ice Hockey field, Vikas Kundal said that the instructions have already been given to the concerned to identify the three places for setting up of playing fields in ShakarChiktan block so that the fund could be released under “Khelo India” scheme for the purpose.
While responding to the demand of Bus for school children, the DC asked the JK State Road Transport Corporation to arrange the Bus service for school children in the area on priority.
Addressing the gathering, the DC said that K. Oil will be supplied to the consumers of ShakarChiktan block within a fortnight. He said recently 8000 MR vaccinations have been done in the area.
The DC asked the officers of the district and Tehsil administration to address the issues at grass root level and assert themselves in resolving local issues of public importance.
Senior Officers of district administration included Sub Divisional Magistrate, ShakarChiktan, Ghulam Mehdi, Chief Medical Officer, Kargil, Mohd Ibrahim Khan, Executive Engineer, R&B, Abdul Mutalib, Executive Engineer, PDD, Altaf Hussain, Assistant Director Information, Abdul Ahad Bhat and other Tehsil level officers were attended the Public Darbar.  
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Hello Jammu News at 7:19:00 PM 0

KARGIL, OCTOBER 03: The second randomization of the poll staff was held at National Informatics Centre (NIC), Kargil here today for the ensuing municipal elections in presence of Observer Sagar Singh and District Election Officer and CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Vikas Kundal.
The Deputy District Election Officer, Kargil, Nargis Banoo, Nodal Officer, and other concerned were also present on the occasion.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:12:00 PM 0

KARGIL, OCTOBER 02: More than 900 sportspersons of district Kargil participated in different games under ‘Khelo India’ campaign which was declared open by Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Vikas Kundal today at Khree Sultan Choo Sports Stadium.
Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner said that Kargil youth have immense talent which needs to be channelized in a proper way. He said recently the budding sportspersons of district Kargil have given their best performance in the games competition held at district Bandipora.
He said that every possible help would be provided by the district administration to upgrade the basic sports infrastructure.
Assistant Director Information, Kargil, Abdul Ahad Bhat, District Youth Services and Sports Officer, Rahinuma Hussain, Zonal Physical Education Officer, Mohammad Jaffar, teachers, prominent citizens, and a large number of students and sportspersons were present on the occasion. 
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KARGIL, SEPTEMBER 24: The Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Vikas Kundal today launched a vaccination drive here at Middle School Baroo.
Speaking on the occasion, the DC said that this is an important health campaign which is aimed at healthy and secure life for our future generations and as such the paramedical staff should shoulder the utmost responsibility to achieve 100 per cent results.
Chief Medical Officer, Kargil, Dr Ibrahim Ahmad Khan and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
Under the programme, as many as 42,000 children of the district are to be covered. To ensure 100 per cent success of the campaign, trained paramedical staff, Anganwari workers and ASHAs have been deployed at all places.

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Hello Jammu News at 8:09:00 PM 0

LEH, SEPTEMBER 22: The annual Ladakh Festival concluded here today with a scintillating closing ceremony in which Secretary Tourism, Rigzin Samphel was the chief guest.
 The closing ceremony witnessed a cultural extravaganza showcasing a glimpse of the rich heritage of Ladakhi culture and tradition. Around 20 cultural troupes dressed in ceremonial attire from all parts of Leh district and five groups of school children participated in the procession. 
CEC, LAHDC Dorjey Mutup, EC (Agriculture) Tsering Wangdus, EC (Health) Gyal Wangyal, EC (Tourism) Tsering Sandup, DC Leh Avny Lavasa, Deputy Director Tourism Riaz Ahmad Shah, ADC Moses Kunzang, district officers, president and representatives of travel & trade, hotel and merchant association were also present on the occasion.
Foreign and domestic tourists and locals gathered in large numbers to witness the ceremony of Ladakh Festival, 2018.
On the occasion, Secretary Tourism emphasized on the present and future prospect of tourism in Ladakh. He appreciated the coordinated efforts put in by all the stakeholders involved with tourism sector like District Administration, NGOs working on environment and tourism, hoteliers, travel association and others.
He expressed gratitude to the tourists visiting Ladakh and wished them a happy journey in future too.      
DC, Leh Avny Lavasa said that Ladakh Festival is a major event organized every year by LAHDC, Leh and J&K Tourism Department in collaboration with the local communities. She said that the main objective of Ladakh Festival is to promote the richness, depth and pageantry of Ladakh’s centuries-old culture, tradition, folk heritage, besides providing tourists the opportunity to experience its diversity and vibrancy. 
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Hello Jammu News at 7:00:00 PM 0

KARGIL, SEPTEMBER 13: Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer, LAHDC, Kargil, Vikas Kundal today visited Hussaini Park, Kargil and took stock of the facilities being provided by the district administration in connection with Muharram congregations.
Member Legislative Assembly, Kargil, Asgar Ali Karbalie and other senior officers of district administration including Executive officer, Municipal Committee, Kargil, Abdul Gaffar Zargar were present on the occasion.
During the inspection, the DC satisfied over the arrangements, however, he directed all the concerned to work with utmost dedication and unison and ensure every possible help to the devotees during their prayers.
He also asked all the concerned departments to    ensure timely distribution of ration, availability and deployment of doctors, paramedics and ambulances, medical facilities, uninterrupted power and water supply, sanitation of roads.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:03:00 PM 0

KARGIL, SEPTEMBER 10: The five-day annual Scouts and Guides Camp 2018 concluded here at Khree Sultan Cho Sports Stadium today. The programme was organized by the J&K State Bharat Scouts and Guides District Headquarter Kargil.
On the occasion, Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer, LAHDC Kargil, Vikas Kundal, who is also President of J&K State Bharat Scouts and Guides District Kargil, has impressed upon the volunteers of the organization to put in their best to keep the torch of the movement afloat so that its message reaches every corner of the State.
While congratulating the participating students, the DC hoped that they will learn more and also asked them to participate in such events in future also.
The DC also went around the camp and witnessed the exhibition. He interacted with the participating students.
Later, the Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent of Police, Kargil Dr Vinod Kumar distributed certificates among the participating students on the occasion. 
Earlier, the Secretary, J&K State Bharat Scouts and Guides District Kargil, Mohammad Shabir in his welcome speech highlighted the achievements of Scouts and Guides Kargil.
The function witnessed a number of cultural songs and skits performed by Scouts and Guides of various schools registered with the J&K State Bharat Scouts and Guides, Kargil.
A two-minute silence was observed in the memory of ex-workers of the J&K State Bharat Scouts and Guides including Hajji Habibullah War, Aga Syed Hussain Lamboo and Syed Mustan Shah.
Among others, Chief Education Officer, Kargil Mohammad Mussa, Assistant Director Information Kargil, Abdul Ahad Bhat, District Youth Services and Sports Officer, Mohammad Hussain Rahnuma, senior officers of district administration and other concerned were present on the occasion.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:16:00 PM 0

KARGIL, SEPTEMBER 7: Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (LAHDC) Kargil, Vikas Kundal convened a meeting of officer here today to review the arrangements put in place for the conduct of Muharram congregations.
During the meeting, issues pertaining to the firewood supply and distribution of ration, availability and deployment of doctors, paramedics and ambulances, medical facilities, uninterrupted power and water supply, sanitation of roads were discussed.
Threadbare discussions were also held on security, traffic management besides other necessary arrangements.   
The DC directed the official to make sure that the arrangements pertaining to their Departments are put in place well before the Muharram-ul-Haram. He stressed for the availability of proper transport facility at various locations in the district to ferry the Muharram mourners till late hours.
The Deputy Commissioner asked the Chief Medical Officer, Kargil to set up medical camps at Hussaini Park, Taxi Stand, Islamia School and InquilabManzil besides special ward in District Hospital Kargil during the Muharram days. He also asked them to kept blood banks readily available.
The DC directed the Municipal Committee Officers to ensure cleanliness around the Imambaras and Mosques where from processions come out during the Muharram days. He also asked them to establish temporary toilet units near the premises of Fatima Chowk.
Representatives of Islamia School Kargil (ISK) and Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT) Kargil gave their valuable suggestions for further improvements in the arrangements made by the district administration.
Taking the stock of the arrangements for providing of furnishing items and pipes, it was informed that 25 Tarpals are required to meet out the functions. The Deputy Commissioner asked the Agriculture and Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs to arrange 10 and 15 Tarpals respectively and issue to Islamia School Kargil.  He also asked to PHE Department to furnish pipes to the ISK and IKMT as per their demand.
DC asked the district administration officers to work with utmost dedication and in tandem. He also asked the Volunteers to maintain discipline during the processions. 
Among others, Superintendent of Police, Dr Vinod Kumar, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Sonam Chasjore, Chief Medical Officer, Kargil Ibrahim Khan, Executive Engineer, R&B, Abdul Mutalib, Executive Officer, Municipal Committee, Kargil, Abdul Gaffar Zargar, Assistant Director Information, Abdul Ahad Bhat, Assistant Director, Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Haji Nisar, representatives from Islamia School and Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT) Kargil including Haji Hassan Lal, Mohammad Baqir, Mohammad Abdullah, Ali Naqi and other concerned officers of Agriculture, PHE, PDD and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited were present in the meeting.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:31:00 PM 0

KARGIL, SEPTEMBER 6: Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (LAHDC) Kargil, Vikas Kundal directed the concerned authorities to ensure transportation and supply of essential commodities, key construction material, and petroleum products to district Kargil in a stipulated time frame in view of the forthcoming winter season.
The DC gave these instructions while chairing a meeting with the officers of district administration to review the transportation, stock supply of essential commodities, construction material and petroleum products required in the district Kargil during the winter season.
He also took stock of the supply position and achievements made by the concerned departments so far.
During the meeting, the DC was apprised about the requirements, stock and supply position with respect to essential commodities of food grains, petroleum products, LPG, construction material, medicines, cement, consumer goods, timber, firewood and other material.
The Deputy Commissioner asked the concerned not to show any negligence in the supply, dumping and carriage of essential supplies and building material to Kargil district for the coming winter season with the time frame.
It was informed in the meeting against the total requirement of one lakh quintals of rice, 74000 quintals have been stored on various locations while as requirement of 54000 quintals, 23000 quintals received during the fiscal so far. It was also given out in the meeting that against the total of 5000 quintals of sugar, 2600 quintals received while as 1730 Kilo litres of K Oil, 385 KL received so far. Against 80,000 number of LPG’s, 48000 LPG received and supply of remaining balance to the area is in full swung, the meeting was told.
The DC directed for putting in place an efficient supply chain to ensure advance lifting, stocking and dumping of essentials before the closure of Zujulla Pass. He also asked the Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) Department to ensure adequate supply of sugar, kerosene oil, rice and wheat to meet the public demand.
Taking stock of the supply of cement, the DC instructed the concerned to supply cement to district Kargil as per the demand projected by the various Government Departments including Rural Development Department so that the MNERGA works does not suffer for want of cement.  It was given out that 60000 bags are required to meet the demand.
Finalization of tendering of Firewood was also discussed in detail and it was informed in the meeting that the rates were increased by 45 percent against the last year’s rates. The DC asked the concerned to ensure minimum rates and also to provide quality timber and firewood to the people as per their needs.
The Chief Medical Officer was directed to keep available medicines and other medical requirements during the winter season. 
Representatives of Indian Oil Corporation Limited assured the meeting that they would transport adequate number of petrol and diesel to the area to meet the demand.
The meeting was attended by the Assistant Commissioner Revenue Kargil, Sonam Chasjore, Executive Engineer, R&B Abdul Matalib, Chief Medical Officer, Kargil, Ibrahim Khan, Assistant Director Information, Abdul Ahad Bhat, Assistant Director, FCS & CA, Haji Nisar, Headquarter Assistant to DC Kargil, Mohd Shabir, representatives from various concerned Companies including Indian Oil Corporation and other senior officers of district administration.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:27:00 PM 0

LEH, SEPTEMBER 04: The District Level Review & District Consultative Committee meeting of Bankers of Leh district for the quarter ending June 2018 was held today in Leh Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner, Leh Avny Lavasa in the presence of Executive Councillor LAHDC Tsering Wangdus.
While addressing the meeting, Avny Lavasa urged upon the banks to be pro-active and contribute towards the development of the district by advancing loans in important fields of agriculture, education, mudra and other centre and state-sponsored schemes for the benefit of the unemployed, and economically backward sections of the society. "All the banks and their branches need to make a personal effort, take initiatives and conduct financial literacy camps at town and village level to make people aware about various financial schemes," Avny Lavasa said.
DC reviewed the previous quarter performances and took a detailed report from the concerned bankers and officials about NRLM, KVIB, DIC, KVIC, ST/SC, KCC and also discussed upon important matters like the educational loan, KCC, and other loans.
Earlier, Lead Bank Manager, Leh Abdul Rashid Bhat apprised the meeting about the performance of banks in Leh in terms of Deposits/Advances, achievements of government-sponsored schemes where there is growth of 1.24% in deposits portfolio, at the same time there is an increase of 11.72% in advances portfolio of the district during the quarter.
The loan portfolio of the district has increased by Rs. 90.25 crore during the quarter, out of which there is a growth of 11.23% in priority sector advances.
The achievements of credit to agriculture sector stands at Rs 21.66 crore as on 30/06/2018 as against a target of Rs. 85.44 crore indicating an achievement of 25.35 % of the annual credit plan.
He further informed the meeting that the overall CD ratio of all the banks except AXIS bank increased by 2.91% over the previous quarter. As of March 2018, it was 27.99% and it was 30.90 % as on 30 June 2018.  Total deposits of all banks operating in the district as on 30th June 2018 stood at Rs 2784.10 crore as against Rs 2749.91 crore as on 31st March 2018, indicating growth of Rs 34.09 crore in deposits.
The agricultural advances in the district have been Rs 108.65 crore as on 30th June 2018 which is 6.61% of total advances. On the occasion, the annual activity report of 2017-18 of SBI–RSETI Leh was also presented. The meeting was attended by HODs of the line departments and bank managers of various banks operating in Leh.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:30:00 PM 0

BATALIK, AUGUST, 30: The Two-day Aryan Festival started at twin places of Biama and Garkone of Leh and Kargil districts today.
The festival was inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Kiren Rijiju.
Member Parliament, Ladakh ThusptanTswang, Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Leh, Dorjay Motup, MLC Tsering Dorjay, Executive Councillors, Mumtaz Hussain and TseringWangdus, Deputy Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Leh, AvnyLavasa, Deputy Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Kargil, Vikas Kundal, SSP Leh Sargon Shugla, SSP Kargil Dr Vinod Kumar and other senior police and civil officers were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State for Home Affairs appreciated Aryans for persevering their culture, traditions and customs despite the advancement made in every sphere of life. He said that one derves inspiration while visiting the area for the people of the area have withstood all odds and have strived hard for their survival in the tough terrains. He said that the hard work and unique culture of Aryans is being acknowledged and there is need to carry on the rich traditions to next generations. The development and advancement poses a threat to any culture and cautioned the Aryans to with stand the same as they have done so far.
He said that the folk music and folk culture of Aryans not only enthrals the viewers but also provide a peace of mind to them. The young owns of the Aryans are also very particular and enthusiastic for preserving and promoting their culture, the Minister said and added that every support shall be extended by the Government in this regard. He announced Rs 10 lakhs for restoration of Dah Biama Fort and Rs 3 lakhs cash award for the artists who participated in various cultural programmes at Biama and Garkone villages.
Referring to the demands put forth at both the places, Mr Rijiju said that the people of the area must expect sincere support from his Ministry for development of the area, however, the issues of development related to the area pertaining to other Ministries will be taken up with them and district administration Leh and Kargil shall be kept apprised of the developments made in this context. He said that the enhancement of allocation under Borader Area Development Programme shall be ensured by his Minsitry for fulfilling of the aspirations of the locals adding that both State and Centre Governments were obligated to develop the area and ensure betterment of the Aryan community.
Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Leh, DorjeyMottup addressing the gathering at Biama thanked the Union Minister for visiting the area to assess the difficulties being faced by the Aryans. He said that the Aryans are known for their age old cultural ethos and the customs which they have preserved despite of all odds.
Deputy Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Leh, AvnyLavasaand  Deputy Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Kargil, Vikas Kundal thanked the Minister and other dignitaries for gracing the occasion. They also extended their thanks to the artists, participants and tourists.
Later, Mr Rijiju also inaugurated the Himalayan Museum at Garkone Kargil.
A large number of locals had thronged Biama and Garkone to witness the varied cultural programmes performed by the local artists.
The festival is being organized by LAHDC, Leh and district administration of Leh and Kargil districts.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:24:00 PM 0

KARGIL, AUGUST, 29: Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer, (LAHDC) Kargil, Vikas Kundal today inaugurated Civil Heliport at Kargil. The structure with its facilities of sanitary, frisking, waiting room has been constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 54 lacs.
After inaugurating the Civil Heliport, the DC went around the Helipad and instructed the officers of KREDA to install separate Solar Panel on the roof of the Civil Heliport structure. He also directed the Executing Agency, Public Works Department to construct Helicopter Hanger building near the Helipad to facilitate the Helicopters for their stay.
He said efforts are afoot to provide all possible facilities to Pawan Hans authorities so as to ensure maximum helicopter services to the passengers. He said development of Padum, Drass and Kargil Helipads is our priority as the area is cut off during the winter season.
The DC asked the Tourism Department to display sceneries of historical places of Kargil district in the building of Civil Heliport and also directed them to ensure better facilities like Nescafe, furniture and TV for the passengers during their visit.  Vikas Kundal directed the concerned to open ticket Booking counter in the Civil Heliport also.
On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner took stock of the macadamization work of the approach road of the Helipad and asked the concerned to develop the boundary wall of the Helipad.
During inspection to newly constructed Civil Heliport, the DC asked the concerned to ensure cleanliness in and around the Heliport.
Engagement of sweepers and enhancement in funding were also discussed in detail and the DC asked the concerned to maintain Helipad Maintenance Fund. 
Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Sonam Chasjore, Executive Engineer, PWD Abdul Matalib, Executive Officer, Municipal Committee, Abdul Gaffar Zargar, Assistant Director Information Abdul Ahad Bhat, Assistant Director Tourism, Aga Toha, Headquarter Assistant to DC, Mohd Shabir and other senior concerned officers of KREDA and revenue Departments were present on the occasion.
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Seeks cooperation of civil society in SSG-18 campaign
KARGIL, AUGUST, 24: The Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (LAHDC) Kargil, Vikas Kundal today inspected the construction work for extension of footpath from Tourist Facilitation Centre (TFC) to Bulbul Bagh, Kargil and got first hand appraisal about the expansion works.
During the tour, the Executive Officer, Municipal Committee Kargil informed that the construction work on footpath from TFC to Bulbul Bagh is nearing completion and the path is being opened for the walkers.
The Deputy Commissioner also flagged off “Swach Bharat Run” as a campaign imitative under Swachh Suvekshan Grameen (SSG)-2018 from TFC to Bulbul Bagh, Kagil. The “Swachh Bharat Run” was organized as an initiative on behalf of District Administration this morning from Tourist Facilitation Centre (TFC) to create mass awareness regarding cleanliness of surroundings among the general public especially the youth and the students.
Participants completed the run from TFC to Bulbul Bagh Kargil at 10 am this morning and took pledge of cleanliness and educating the people about the advantages of cleanliness and healthy environment.
Speaking on the occasion, the DC asked the concerned to aware the general masses about Swachh Suvekshan Grameen-2018 and to make the campaign a grand success by ensuring mass involvement in the imitative.  He said that the launch of campaign in district Kargil shall help for better sanitation and surroundings. He also highlighted the other advantages of the campaign and sought cooperation from one and all of the district. He also called for active engagement of student community in the campaign and hoped that civil society shall also come forward for the successful culmination of the campaign.

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Hello Jammu News at 7:14:00 PM 0

KARGIL, AUGUST 23: The polling teams comprising 189 persons were today deputed for their respective destinations viz; Karsha, Padum and Cha Constituencies of Sub Division Zanaskar where the elections to the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil are slated to be held on 27th of August, 2018 (Monday).
 The district administration has made elaborate arrangements like deployment of polling staff, transportation, security etc. for the smooth conduct of LAHDC Kargil Elections,
Superintendent of Police, Kargil, Dr Pawan Kumar, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Sonum Chosjore, Additional SP, Arun Gupta and other concerned officers flagged off the teams.  
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KARGIL, AUGUST 17: Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Vikas Kundal, today supervised the randomization of Presiding Officers (POs) and Polling Officers at National Informatics Centre Baroo here for the conduct of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil Elections 2018.
Around1300 employees of different departments have been selected as POs and Polling Officers through randomization. During the randomization, POs and Polling Officers for 258 polling stations spread in 26 constituencies were finalized.
The 2nd phase of election training to the selected officials will begin from August 18, 2018.
It was said that for few polling stations in Zanaskar Sub Division, helicopter services will be put in service for despatch and return of polling staff. It may be recalled here that polling will take place on 27th of August while as counting shall be held on 31st of August and the entire poll process shall complete on 5th of September, 2018 to elect 26 Councillor of the district for 4th General Election to the LAHDC, Kargil.
Assistant Commissioner Kargil Sonam Chosjor, Assistant Director Information Kargil Abdul Ahad Bhat, District Informatics Officer Kargil Iftikhar Hussain and other concerned were present on the occasion.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:58:00 PM 0

Calls for organizing seminar on hypertension, diabetes
KARGIL, AUGUST 16: Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil, Vikas Kundal Thursday stressed upon the Health Department of district Kargil to organize female sterilisation programme and seminar on Hypertension and Diabetes diseases at block level in the district.
The instruction in this regard was given by the Deputy Commissioner in a meeting convened to review and discuss various issues of District Health Society under National Health Mission (NHM) here today.
The meeting discussed physical and financial progress of 1st Quarter 2018-19, centrally sponsored schemes, review of infant-maternal death, MR vaccine campaign, National De-worming Day reports from the block, vacancy position under various schemes and HBNC kit for ASHAs out of bank interest at the rate of Rs 6 lakh.
Taking stock of the facilities of blood banks in health institutions of the district, the Deputy Commissioner asked the concerned to install blood bank at the health centres of Sankoo and Drass immediately.
A detailed discussion was also held on National Programme for Control of Blindness and the DC directed the Chief Education Officer Kargil to prepare schedules for conducting of eye checkups of students in all government as well as private schools.
Physical status of Leprosy Control programme was also discussed. While discussing the child delivery cases, the DC asked all the Block Medical Officers to furnish a report regarding stillbirths with details of the cause of death, low birth weight and lack of nutrition of their mother. The Deputy Commissioner also called for close coordination between ICDS, Social Welfare and health departments.
The meeting also briefed about the Nursing Training School and it was informed that an amount of Rs 5 crore has been incurred on the project and the building is nearing completion. The Deputy Commissioner asked the executing agency J&K Housing to speed up the pace of work on the building and complete it within the stipulated time.
Giving details of the progress and the activities of the department, the Chief Medical Officer Kargil, Ibrahim Hussain informed the meeting through power presentation that under RNTCP during the 1st Quarter 2018-2019. It was also informed in the meeting that Rs 30.46 lakh was incurred during 2017-2018 under RNTCP.
It was informed that under RCH Flexi Pool, an amount of Rs 6.62 lakh were incurred under JSY, Rs 1.60 under JSSK and Rs 7.59 under programme Management Unit during the 1st quarter 2018-19 while as Rs 2.65 lakh was incurred on ASHAs incentives, Rs 111 lakhs on human resources.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Education Officer, Kargil, MohdMussa, Assistant Director Information, Abdul Ahad Bhat, all Block Medical Officers, District Programme Manager, District Social Welfare Officer and other concerned para-medical staff.
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