Jamyang Tsering Namgyal Elected CEC of Hill Council

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Brief News Ladakh commemorates Sonam Wangyal's 20th Jamyang Tsering Namgyal elected CEC death anniversary A book on his life will be released on his 21st death anniversary, says of Hill Council, Leh DISCLAIMER Sonam Wangchuk, SECMOL Seats of Executive Councillors reduced to three Reach Ladakh does not take responsibility for the contents of the Advertisements Display/classified published in this newspaper. The paper does not endorse the same. Readers are requested to verify the contents on their own before acting there upon.

No doctor at medical sub-center, Sanjak Kargil: Keeping in view the non avail- ability of doctors at Medical Sub Centre Sanjak, Zakir Hussain, EC Health, is- HE Togdan Rinpoche offering Khataks upon the portrait of the former J&K Minister Sonam Avny Lavasa, DC, presenting winning certificates to the newly-elected CEC Jamyang Tsering sued necessary instructions to the Chief Wangyal on his 20th death anniversary. Namgyal and Deputy CEC, Gyal P Wangyal. Medical Officer, Kargil for deputation of Medical Officer NTPC at Medical Rigzin Wangmo Gyalras Bakula Rinpoche and Late So- Rinchen Angmo Chumikchan Subsequently, on 12 November, the Sub-Centre Sanjak on November 12. nam Wangyal who worked tirelessly for seats of Executive Councilor were for- Leh: Rich tribute was paid to Late So- Leh: In yet another reshuffle in Hill the welfare of people. mally assigned with portfolios to three Stressing the need to provide satisfacto- nam Wangyal, Former Minister on his Council, Leh, Jamyang Tsering Namg- elected Councilors at a meeting held at ry health services to the needy patients 20th death anniversary on November 10 He said, “Sonam Wangyal has contribut- yal, Councillor, Martselang, was elected the Council Secretariat. of Sanjak and Shakar Chiktan area, at Sonam Wangyal Memorial park. ed a lot to the society and served against unopposed as the third Chairman/CEC He also directed the CMO to conduct all differences for the upliftment of the of LAHDC, Leh, at the Council Assem- Of the three seats, two seats have been Late Sonam Wangyal was a dynamic medical checkup of the patients twice society”. bly Hall on 9 November. Likewise, Gyal retained by former ECs, Tsering Sand- leader who served as MLC in 1957, in a week. P Wangyal, Councilor, Sakti, was elected up, Councilor Panamik, and Mumtaz the year 1967 and 1972 he was elected Togdan Rinpoche appreciated the Sonam unopposed as the Deputy Chairman. Hussain, Councilor Chuchot . Phun- as MLA and worked for the welfare and Wangyal Memorial Committee for com- chok Stanzin, Councilor Skurbuchan has 209 candidates in fray for betterment of the Ladakh region. He also memorating his work and dedication. The CEC seat had fallen vacant after joined as the new Executive Councilor. 2nd phase Panchayat polls struggled and fought for the ST status. Dorje Motup, former CEC, resigned on Expressing gratitude to the past leaders in Kargil His selfless dedication and commitment health grounds on 28 October. And the Ven Lobzang Nyantak, Councilor,Up- who worked tirelessly and selflessly Kargil: In the second phase of Pancha- to work for the betterment of the society seat of Deputy Chairman was created re- per Leh, proposed the name of Jamyang for Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal yat election, a total of 209 candidates in- along with Gyalsras Bakula Rinpoche is cently when SAC approved the LAHDC Tsering Namgyal for the post of Chief said, “The development we see today cluding 83 candidates for Sarpanch and an inspiration to the people of Ladakh. Amendment Bill, 2018. Executive Councillor, seconded by Phun- is all because of the tremendous inputs 126 Panch for block Karsha, Bhimbat, chok Stanzin, Councilor, Skurbuchan. His Eminence Togdan Rinpoche, chief Now, the posts of Executive Councilors Sankoo, Shakar Chiktan, Shargole, and guest appraised the contributions of ...Continues on Page 3 have been reduced from four to three. ...Continues on Page 2 Lotsum will contest on November 20. A total of 30, 318 voters including 15, 508 male and 14, 810 female will exer- cise their franchise.

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Ladakh demands full-fledged university Jamyang Tsering Namgyal elected CEC of Hill Council, Leh Kashmir has 6 universities and Jammu 7, but none in Ladakh, says President, ALSAJ ...Continued from Page 1 Deputy Chairman: Gyal P Wangyal Tsering Angdus, Councilor, Saspol, proposed the Departments assigned name of Gyal P Wangyal for the post of Deputy 1. Works CEC, seconded by Phuntsog Dorjey, Councilor, Phyang, for the running 5th Hill Council. 2. Animal and Sheep Husbandry. 3. Power Development Chering Dorje Lakrook said,“In the history of La- dakh, a seat for Deputy Chairman has been created 4. Youth Services and Sports. for the first time. Ladakhi people have high hopes 5. Non-Conventional energy (LREDA) on these two leaders and hope they will fulfill 6. Employment. them." Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, the new CEC, address- 1. Executive Councilor: Tsering Sandup ing the house, said that with the attainment of the new post of CEC, he had been made accountable Departments assigned for bigger responsibilities. He said that his priority 1. Public Health and sanitation, health services, hospitals, would be to set up good governance. dispensaries and family welfare. Students of Ladakh demanding a university in the Ladakh region in Leh. He expressed gratitude to all the elected members 2. Promotion and development of traditional Amchi systems with special honour to Ex-CEC Dorjey Mutup by of Medicine. Rigzin Wangmo said, “It’s sad that the district ad- “Kashmir has 6 universities and presenting Khataks. He said that Dorjey Mutup has 3. Social Welfare and ICDS. ministration did not support us 7 in Jammu but none in Lada- been “an exemplary leader for his honesty, sincerity Leh: Demanding a full-fledged to protest peacefully but anyway kh. We seek local government and dedication towards people’s welfare and stood 4. ITI and Polytechnic. university for the Ladakh region, we have managed to raise our de- intervention and support for the as an inspiration to the young aspiring leaders.” 5. Cottage industries, handicrafts and handlooms. a large number of students under mands. We appeal the governor of establishment of a university in the banner Student Organisation The new CEC assured to work with dedication 6. FCS & CA. the state to consider our demand Ladakh,” he added. of Unified Ladakh (SOUL) car- without any differences based on creed, colour, re- for having a full-fledged universi- 7. Labour Welfare. ried a peaceful protest on 1 No- Stanzin Nurboo, Student Ex- ligion and region. He said, “I will take everyone ty. Hope he will intervene in estab- 8. District Industries. vember in Leh. ecutive said, “90 percent of the along with me and put my best efforts in meeting lishing a university in Ladakh.” youth today are studying outside the expectations of the people and seek coordina- 2. Executive Councilor: Mumtaz Hussain All the business establishment Lobzang Nurboo, President, and incur huge expenses. tion from the councilors, administration and the remained shut down for a half- 1. Forest and Environment. All Ladakh Student Association public." day. He further stressed that Ladakh 2. Minority Affairs. Jammu (ALSAJ) said, “More has unique topography and the Answering on the internal controversy in the party, The colleges of Ladakh are af- than 15,000 students are pursuing 3. Cooperative. students have ample scope to Jamyang said, “I am the district party President and filiated to Kashmir University their higher education in Jammu. research. Knowledge can be en- there is no controversy in the party. But there are 4. Fisheries. and its inadvertent work culture The students are compelled to go hanced if Ladakh has the univer- some elements who are trying to damage the im- 5. DMG. amidst problems in the valley outside because there are many sity where the students are taught age of our party. Importance is given to new youth hugely affects the student’s life. loopholes in the system of higher 6. Stationeries and Printing. about relevant topics related to leaders. Everyone wants to connect with this party, Student leaders of different stu- education in Ladakh. And while the place. be it youth, old or women. Some people cannot di- 7. Parks and Gardens. dent organisations of Ladakh studying outside, they face end gest it so they are creating a rift in the party. But as 8. Statistics and Evaluation. expressed concern at the deplor- number of problems. Also, at A copy of the memorandum was a a responsible district party President, I assure you able condition of higher educa- the time of elections more than submitted to the Governor, J&K 9. Wildlife. there is nothing like that." tion in Ladakh. 40,000 students do not get the through Deputy Commissioner 3. Executive Councilor: Phunchok Stanzin chance for voting”. Leh office. But opposition councillors Thupstan Angchuk, Ny- Rigzin Dorjay, President, SOUL oma and Gurmet Dorjey, Korzok, have released a 1. Agriculture. press handout which says: “We strongly condemn 2. Command Area Development. the manner in which the new CEC / Deputy CEC 3. Horticulture. and ECs were elected by the BJP-RSS-backed HCHF organises a daylong seminar held in Leh Jammu wing, and the entire procedure which was 4. Soil conservation. “From its inception, the monas- personally supervised and directed by Ravinder 5. Antiquities and Archives. teries have not only been a centre Raina, BJP state President, present in Leh on 9 of learning for Buddhist philos- November, and totally sidelined and neglected the dynamic, and Gyal P Wangyal as a capable senior ophy, history, literature, and lan- people of the Changthang region who were not giv- leader who has won elections thrice. guage, but also a sanctuary for en ‘ Executive Councilor’ position in the current Gyal P Wangyal expressed his gratitude to every- learning many Buddhist art and 5th LAHDC formation. We feel that the people of one and said that he would work in coordination to crafts such as paintings, wood Changthang region have been badly neglected in take the BJP party and Hill Council, Leh, to new carvings, printings of sacred this entire process of new Council expansion. They heights. manuscripts, calligraphy, sculp- further demand that they should immediately fill ture making and so on. However, the EC post of the region.” Avny Lavasa, DC, presented winning certificates to in recent time sudden changes the newly-elected CEC Jamyang Tsering Namgyal Ravinder Raina, State BJP President, wished both and challenges have been wit- and Deputy CEC, Gyal P Wangyal. nessed in monasteries which the leaders and termed Jamyang as an energetic and have become a cause concern for the monasteries and for the survival of monastic art, crafts, 172 young recruits of Ladakh Scouts take part in and rituals. In view of above, we propose to hold a seminar to Reach Ladakh Correspondent the monks had always been the bring out both good and adverse passing out parade teachers of the lay people who Saboo: A seminar on “Contribu- impacts of modernization on guided them according to the tion of Buddhist Monasteries in traditional cultural values, espe- Buddha’s teaching. Preserving Cultural Heritage of cially in the Buddhist monaster- Ladakh and Contemporary Chal- “Lay people always look at ies of Ladakh”, said Dr. Sonam lenges” was held on November monks for teaching and guid- Wangchok. 10 at Kunrik Lhakhang, Saboo ance and it is very important that Papers on different aspects of Gonpa. monks and monasteries should contributions of monasteries in set a good example of unity and The daylong seminar was or- preserving the cultural heritage peace through wisdom and com- ganised by Himalayan Cultural of Ladakh and contemporary passion,” said Thinles. Heritage Foundation (HCHF) in challenges were read by em- collaboration with All Ladakh Dr. Thupstan Nurboo spoke on inent scholars including Ven. Gonpa Association and Tashi the importance and relevance of Thupstan Paldan, Sanjay Dhar Gyaphel Gonpa Saboo. the seminar. (painting conservator), Tsutrim Gyatso, Tsering Nurboo Martse, Young recruits of Ladakh Scots while taking the oath to serve the nation during the Passing Out Parade at Guphuks. Tsewang Thinles, President, Prof. Geshe Konchok Wangdu, Tsewang Dorjay Dongbos, and LBA was the chief guest of the President HCHF, and Director, Ven. Sangyas Tsering. Stanzin Dasal Lieutenant General YK Joshi Civil and military dignitaries, congratulated the young recruits war heroes of the regiment and inaugural session and Dr.Thup- CIBS spoke on the role of monks Gupuks: A batch of 172 well- Ven. Gonbo Dorjey wished that on completion of their training parents of the recruits were pres- stan Nurboo, Assistant Editor, and monasteries in today’s soci- trained recruits of Ladakh Scouts the result of the seminar will help and urged them to give their ent on the occasion. J&K Academy of Art, Culture ety. pledged to serve the nation on in strengthening and reviving the best in serving the nation. He and Language Leh and Ven. Rig- November 10 at Ladakh Scouts Medals were awarded to the young Dr. Sonam Wangchok, Founder/ monastic art and crafts, customs, asked the young soldiers to stand zin Dorjay, Cashier, All Ladakh Regimental Centre, Leh. soldiers who have excelled in dif- secretary HCHF in his opening rituals, festivals, philosophical against all odds and challenges Gonpa Association were guest of ferent fields during their training remarks highlighted the im- studies and so on. The ceremony was conducted to safeguard the nation. honour. days. Gaurav Padak was also pre- portant roles of monasteries in with the highest traditions of the The seminar was financially sup- Also, he praised the parents who sented to the serving and retired Tsewang Thinles said that the safeguarding the rich cultural Indian Army and was reviewed ported by the J&K Academy of have encouraged their son to join personnel of the regiment whose monasteries have been a cen- heritage of the Himalayas for by Lieutenant General YK Joshi, Art, Culture, and Languages. the Indian Army. sons have joined the regiment. tre for Buddhist learning and centuries. GOC Fire & Fury Corps. Reach Ladakh Bulletin Fortnightly News November 16-30, 2018 | 3

Leh Police felicitate survivors of 1959 hot CEC inspects office complex, Leh spring attack Asks CEO, LAHDC, Leh, to take strict action against absent employees to everyone. A short film on the Hot Spring showing the story of what hap- pened on October 21, 1959, was screened. Until the autumn of 1959, Po- lice personnel were responsible for manning the 2,500-mile long border of India with Tibet. On October 21, 1959, at Hot spring in Ladakh, the Chinese attacked the patrol party. The heavily District Police Leh while honouring the survivors of Hot spring ordeal of 1959 armed Chinese troop outnum- at Police Line, Choglamsar. bered the patrolling party and Stanzin Dasal The District Police Leh felici- killed 10 personnel. tated and honoured all the sur- Choglamsar: Memories of the Their sacrifices for the nation are vivors. Hot spring ordeal of 1959 re- observed as Police Commemo- freshed again when the survi- Tracing back to 1959, Sargun ration Day on Every October 21. vors, CRPF veteran, Sonam Dor- Shukla, SSP, Leh said that the Stanzin Losal, SP, CID, Leh, jay, Sonam Wangyal, Kunzang sacrifice of the brave hearts Ishtyaq A Kacho, DySP Hq, Leh, Dechan and daughter of Abdul while guarding the national Suraj Singh, DySP DAR, Tsering Majid narrated the story and the frontiers can never be forgotten. Phuntsog, Senior Prosecuting hardship they faced on Novem- Also, the survivors are an exam- Officer, Leh and other officers of Rigzin Wangmo have not restored or install Bio- Supplies and Consumer Affairs ber 10. ple of courage and commitment District Police Leh were present. metric attendance. The officials department, eleven officials in- Leh: During a surprise inspec- had not marked their attendance cluding Assistant Director, in tion of the office complex carried from 10:15 to 10:30 AM and few District Treasury Office, five by Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, were on unauthorized leave. officials including DTO and in Leh United win 3rd Tip Top T20 Champion League 2018 in Leh CEC on 13 November, number District Fund Office two officials of officials including HODs of He directed the concern officers were found absent. various departments found ab- for immediate restoration of the sent. biometric attendance system and Noting the absent and latecomer report to his office by tomorrow officers and officials, Jamyang The inspection was carried out morning at 10:15 AM. Tsering Namgyal in a letter to in the morning along with Phun- Chief Executive Officer, Leh, di- chok Stanzin, EC Agriculture While inspecting Horticulture rected an enquiry against the ab- and Mumtaz Hussain, EC Mi- Office, five staff including Chief sent officials and take strict dis- nority. Horticulture Officer, Leh was ciplinary action. He also asked to found absent. In Command Area Jamyang Tsering Namgyal found submit the action taken report to office, two officials including that most of the departments his office at the earliest. Deputy Director, in Food Civil

Leh United, the winners of the 3rd Tip Top T 20 Champion League 2018. Dr. Ishey Namgyal elected President, MC Leh, unopposed Mohd Deen Khan appointed Vice-President Rigzin Wangmo sports for organising the tourna- Tashi Nurbu, Acting President, ment. She said, “The message of Tip Top Youth Wing informed that Reach Ladakh Correspondent Leh: Leh United lifted the 3rd Tip no alcohol and smoking is im- the purpose behind organising this Top T 20 Champion League 2018 Leh: Dr. Ishey Namgyal unan- portant and promoting it through tournament is to spread across the cup, beating Avengers by 58 runs imously elected as a presi- sports is an excellent idea”. message of Alcohol & Smoke-free. on November 7 at NDS stadium. dent and Mohd Deen Khan as “The sports cut across so-called He said, “We could not facilitate vice-president of the Municipal The 3rd Tip Top T 20 Champion divisions. One fine example is more teams due to limited timing Committee Leh (MCL). The League 2018 was organised by that the players from Kashmir and facilities but the tournament election process was held un- Tip Top Sports & Culture Wel- have also taken part. Such sports is invariably successful with the der the chairmanship of Deputy fare Society Youth Wing Leh. activities could be a channel for support of spectators.” Commissioner Leh Avny Lavasa 30 teams from different parts of promoting positive messages at DC Conference hall on No- Stanzin Mingyur from Matho the region including a team from among masses”, she added. vember 3. Sporting Club was conferred as Kashmir took part. Mehraj Giri ,Captain of the team an emerging player. The winning Earlier, Avny Lavasa invited the Leh United won the toss and bat- Leh United said, “The team team was awarded a cash prize proposal of names for the posts ted first scoring 225 runs in 20 have come out and delivered of ₹50,000 and ₹30,000 for the of president and vice-president overs. While the team Avengers their best. I am thankful to my runner-up team. from all the members and sought made only 167 runs. team for playing such a wonder- their consent in each proposal. Resonance Music Hub & EJM ful game and winning the final vasa said that a minimum of one Nawang Rigzin Jora, MLA, Avny Lavasa, DC, Leh chief college Mountain Crew performed Both the posts were elected un- match with ease.” meeting of MCL is mandatory to Tsering Norboo, Councillor Ni- guest congratulated the Tip Top during the closing ceremony. contested and unopposed in the presence of all the members. hold every month. The president moo, Rigzin Spalbar, Former will call the date of MCL within CEC and supporters in a large Congratulating both the newly a set timeframe. number were present during the District Election Officer Leh convenes meeting with elected heads of MCL, Avny La- election ceremony. magistrates and police officers Reach Ladakh Correspondent Ladakh commemorates Late Sonam Wangyal 20th Death Anniversary Sonam Wangchuk, SECMOL informed that a book Leh: To ensure fair and smooth conduct of ...Continued from Page 1 Panchayat elections in the district, Avny on Sonam Wangyal’s life will be released on the Lavasa, DC/ District Election Officer Leh of the Sonam Wangyal and all other leaders. They 21st Death Anniversary. convened a joint meeting of Zonal/Sectoral worked under adverse challenges selflessly for the He also invited the interested person to write about magistrates and Zonal/Sectoral police offi- people of Ladakh. Sonam Wangyal is one among people and leaders who have worked for the La- cers on November 13 at DC office confer- the prominent leaders of our region who worked dakh. ence hall. day in and out to develop the region under the guidance of Gyalras Bakula Rinpoche”. PT Kunzang, Vice President, LBA, Dechan Cham- Sargun Shukla, SSP Leh, Deputy DEO, ga, President, Christian Community, Ashraf Ali SDMs, Dy SPs and senior officers from civ- He further stressed upon the responsibility of the Barcha, President, Anjuman Imamia, Ven. Shadup il administration and police were present. young generation to be inspired and follow the path Chamba, President, All Ladakh Gompa Associa- of such leaders. Avny Lavasa briefed the participants about tion also spoke on the occasion. their responsibilities for a fair and smooth Pending demands including naming outdoor sta- Dorjey Motup, Former CEC, LAHDC; Stanzin conduct of the election. dium near Spituk and link road from Skalzangling Thinlas, AOC Air Force Leh Air Commodore;Dr. to Agling in memory of Sonam Wangyal and rec- Ishey Namgyal, President, MC Leh; monks of She stressed on the need for better coordi- ommendation for State or Kabir award to him was nation among the police officers and mag- Spituk monastery, other prominent guests includ- put forward to CEC, LAHDC by Sonam Wangyal ing religious and political heads were present. istrates for smooth conduct of the elections Memorial Committee. 4 | November 16-30, 2018 Fortnightly News Reach Ladakh Bulletin

EXPERT TALK vent such problem the school in Ladakh should have good facilities of Management (IIM) in Kashmir, the people of Kashmir valley protest- though it has improved over the years. ed against the central Govt’s decision and demanded a Central University in Kashmir as well and the Central Government conceded their demand. Most importantly when a child stays here he will be able to see the Ladakh in need of a But I remember none such demand was made by the people of Ladakh. hardship and challenges that parent face while earning money and will full-fledged university understand all the aspect. The Universities in Jammu and Kashmir regions have many feeding colleges in their catchment areas. However, we Ladakhi prefer to With the establishment of the university and good higher education send our children outside Ladakh to pursue higher education. By Rigzin Wangmo institutes, job opportunities will also increase. We have been witness- Deskyong Namgyal, Principal, EJM, College, ing that the people from other places come here and do research. In no This is clear from the number of students studying in various schools, Leh: It is extremely important to have a uni- time they get recognition. It is high time that our own people should colleges, and universities in the country. It has never been on our po- versity in Ladakh. The reason expressed by the come forward and start researching in Ladakh. litical or social agenda to establish a university in Ladakh. representatives for not considering a university All these things will be possible if we are granted with a full-fledged The colleges and university campuses functioning in the twin districts in Ladakh is due to less population. Our voice university. Besides academics, there are many scopes where students are not in a position to accommodate all the students who pass out and demand are least regarded and have re- can do research. from the higher secondary schools due to one or the other reasons. peatedly been overshadowed by the J&K state. During the recent visit of the J&K Governor, The reason behind not having a university is not because Kargil and I have never heard local administration or any public representative the demand for Cluster University was discussed but sadly, the de- Leh lack unity. But, in the future, if we come up with a university then demanding a University for Ladakh till so far except for some stu- mand was outrightly disagreed. there are chances of an argument over its location. dent organisation. Challenges of Students Supposedly, if the university is granted, leaders from both the district The students and their parents must understand that instead of going The absence of University causes major challenges for the student. should come together and make a fair decision. People of Leh and to the colleges outside, they should enroll themselves in the college They have to migrate to other places for higher studies and face Kargil must stay united and demand the university and decide the pa- of Ladakh. That will automatically force the government to create an many problems like harassment and others. Even if two out of 100 rameters as per the region. institution of next level of learning in Ladakh itself. students are being harassed that is also a major concern. At the council level, getting a university must be a priority. Both the Higher education is given least importance by the people at the helm There are hostels opened by the government in Jammu and Srinagar council of Leh and Kargil district and the entire representative must of affairs in Ladakh. In any of the memorandum submitted by vari- while in other places such facilities are not available which force work upon getting the demand fulfilled. But unfortunately, the issue ous organisations during the visits of VVIPs to Ladakh, one will not them to live in rented apartments. The existing hostels cannot ac- has never been taken seriously. find anything about the university. commodate all. For now, there is a sign of relief for the students studying in Leh and The whole examination system of the University of Kashmir has Fund challenges Kargil. Vice Chancellor of the University of Kashmir has introduced a been derailed since the year 2014 when there was a devastating flood The central heating system that we have in the hospital, the same can sub-centre in both the district and a separate academic calendar. Hope- in the Kashmir valley. In the subsequent years, the political situation be equipped in libraries, if not in the classes. Such basic facilities fully, in the coming month of March, things will be sorted out. of the Kashmir Valley was not as good as a result the examination are needed. In India or in other states, the major emphasis is on the system in our college was adversely affected as well. It is unfortu- Solutions: smart class in college. And here we do not have such facilities due nate that three batches of students are suffering. to lack of funds because the college gets a meager amount from the • Priority must be given for the development of the education system. district funds. The education system must be considered a priority. If • The leaders of both Leh and Kargil should come together and de- But it is hoped that this system will not be repeated in future with the major funds are also used for the development of education, soon mand a University. the recent announcement made by the Vice Chancellor of the Uni- the challenges can be overcome. versity of Kashmir that the examination system in Ladakh shall be delinked from the Kashmir University and launching of an Exam- In J&K the majority of the colleges are not National Council for Dr. Tsewang Motup, Principal/ Nodal Officer, ination Sub-Centre for Leh at the University Satellite Campus, Taru. Teacher Education (NCTE) accredited. In higher education, the Govt. Degree College, Nubra: Keeping in view main agenda is to have the NCTE accreditation and we are working the exceptional geographical, historical and cul- Solutions: on the same. Hopefully, in the coming summers, the NCTE team will tural background of Ladakh, it is necessary to • More and more Ladakhi scholars should do research on all aspects come here and give us the accreditation and then the college will get have a full-fledged university in Ladakh. of Ladakh. the UGC funding. The state of Jammu and Kashmir comprises three • The enrolment in the institutions of higher education in Ladakh should go up so that the demand for a university may sound logical. Other challenges distinct regions viz, Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. The students studying outside Ladakh who are sent to hostel or In 2009, when the Government of India announced • Parents must consider the pros and cons before sending their chil- boarding schools from a very young age face identity crisis. To pre- the establishment of a Central University in Jammu and an Indian Institute dren outside Ladakh. District Consultative Committee meeting held in Leh of banks under Annual Credit Plan 2018-19, flow of credit to priority sector and weaker sections of the society, assistance under government-sponsored schemes, performance under KCC and banks performance under Mudra loan. A well-planned life can stave off the boring It was informed that there has been a growth moments in our lives of 2.57% in deposits portfolio, 7.32% in ad- Getting bored once in a while is quite normal vances portfolio of the district during the and okay. But getting into such a mood on a Reach Ladakh Correspondent sectors like agriculture and horticulture. quarter. The loan portfolio of the district has daily basis makes it more or less sure that you also increased by ₹ 67.98 crores out of which are messing up with your life and its mission. In Leh: A district-level review and consultative All the banks and NABARD were urged to there is a growth of ₹ 5.76% in priority sec- other words, you have gone off the track. committee meeting for the quarter ended organise awareness workshop and camps tor advances showing an increase of ₹ 24.50 September, 2018 was held under the chair- for the government officials as well as pub- crores. Agriculture sector also showed an in- Mind you, the most important reason why you manship of DC, Leh Avny Lavasa at the con- lic to inform about the financial benefits and crease of ₹ 3.54 crores showing an increase get bored is that you are badly confused as a re- ference hall DC Office on November 13. schemes in different sectors. She empha- of ₹3.27% over the previous quarter. The CD sult of not adopting the basic art of living ways. sized on the convergence between banks and You have become aimless and rudderless. Such people find them- Avny Lavasa appreciated Lead bank manage- ratio for the quarter recorded an increase by concern government departments like rural selves under great distress and negativity takes over their thinking ment and all the banks for their contribution 1.58% over the previous quarter and has re- development, agriculture, horticulture, and and behaviour. in the improvement of credit flow and various mained 32.48% as on 30-09-2018. others to ensure maximum beneficiary with portfolios during the quarter in Leh district. greater reach to the public. Moses Kunzang, ADC, Leh representative Let us remember that ‘Plan and work hard’ has to be our daily man- tra. American author John C Maxwell says: “Life can be very boring She further stressed on improvement in gen- from RBI, NABARD, SBI, J&K Bank and The various agenda points discussed in the if you don’t put some effort into it.” That means it is important that erating financial literacy, financial inclusion all other private banks operating in Leh were meeting include a review of the performance you have to have definite and positive plans on a daily basis, and for and enhancing financial potential in priority present in the meeting. short and long terms as well. Life has to be a well-planned journey in which every movement should stand for something good and progression in your mission. Zaheer Hussain elected President, Municipal Committee, Kargil There is no other alternative one can think of. The so-called luck or Reach Ladakh Correspondent Out of 13 seats, the independent candidates won chance factor comes into play its role only when you help yourself 8 seats while INC candidates secured 5 seats in determinedly. Kargil: Independent candidates, Zaheer Municipal Committee election in Kargil. Hussain elected as the President, Municipal Of course, whatever your other plans, visiting a friend, having a walk Committee, Kargil and Gulzar Hussain as Earlier, Sonam Chosjor, ADC invited the pro- and enjoying the bounties of nature or even getting busy in the kitch- Vice-president by the margin of 1 vote on posal of names for the posts of President and en can keep you satisfied and happy. One of my favourite sayings November 13. Vice-President from all the members which is that your art of living should have an element of your ‘kitchen were followed by the secret ballot voting. role’ that keeps you so busy as if you were in a meditative trance, The election was held under the chairmanship oblivious of all the ills surrounding you. of Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC, Zaheer Hussain, President MC, Kargil thanked Kargil Vikas Kundal at Conference Hall of all members for electing him and sought their Anyway, the point to be taken care of in the long journey of life is Tourist Facilitation Center (TFC) Kargil. full support and cooperation to work for the Executive Officer, MC Kargil Abdul Gaffar that one has to be busy all the time, productively and happily. And overall development of Kargil town. Zargar, Headquarter Assistant to DC Kargil, that holds a promise to give you a sure shot to success. Zaheer got 7 votes out of 13 and defeated Muhammad Shabir, Assistant Director Infor- Indian National Congress (INC) candidate He said that he is committed to work for the Courtesy: Hindustan Times mation Kargil, Muhammad Ali Tak, and other Advocate Khadim Hussain. While Gulzar welfare of the people of Kargil town and his concerned officers were also present on the The author is a New Delhi-based Editor-at-large, columnist and pro- Hussain got 7 votes out of 13 by defeating priority would be to mitigate the issues con- occasion. fessional speaker Mohammad Ali, an INC candidate. fronting the people. Reach Ladakh Bulletin Fortnightly Special November 16-30, 2018 | 5

In Conversation with Stanzin Norboo Kopay Founder, Education and Cultural Society of Lalok (ECSOL) Interviewed by Kunzang Chosdol

Q. Brief us about Education and Cultural Society of Lalok (ECSOL) and its work. did a survey to find out the problems at the grass-root level. Targeting below age 30 in Durbuk block, we did door to door survey in close coordination with Sarpanch and Nambardar. We found 279 Education and Cultural society of Lalok was formed in the year 2012 by some dedicated volunteers school dropout and 150 illiterate in Durbuk block. And in most of the cases, the reason was who were determined to work for the students belonging to poor families of the Changthang the financial problems. region. Q. You work on border education, what pushes you to do it and why it is important? Prior to the formation of the society formally, we were interested to work for the students of Changthang region studying in Leh. This is because the students were facing lots of dif- Changthang is situated at zero Indo-china borders and is mostly nomadic. However, with the ficulties in terms of accommodation, food, and safety. Some stay at relative’s house and change in lifestyle people are migrating to urban areas for children’s education and earn a some work as a domestic helper in other’s house along with their studies. Many don’t even livelihood. If this happens continuously then very few people will be left in the villages and get proper time to study thus failing in exams or passing with low grades and ultimately quit developmental activities will also be less. Because of which there will be chances of intrusion studying. from another side of the border. So, stopping migration is important for the nation. After interacting with the students, I felt that there is a need for a plan as all Q. What is the reason do you see that students fail to get a quality education the students of the region have to come to Leh for their higher education. in the region? Which types of students mostly suffer and why? Since there is no hostel for the students of Changthang region, we somehow Children are future and providing them with proper education is a must for managed to enroll some students in a Sadbhavana hostel which runs basi- nation-building. In many villages of Changthang, people being nomad cally for Sham region. The need for hostel facilities for the students of moves from one place to another for rearing their livestock. This is one Changthang region is a must. So in order to find a way and work for a reason for not getting proper education. Mostly the students with poor better tomorrow, we founded this society. family background are the worst sufferer as they have to face lots of Q. Tell us about the past and present education status of obstacle in pursuing their education. Changthang, Lalok. For that, we again took an initiative by admitting the poor and or- If we talk about 20-25 years back, the education status of Changthang phan children in private schools from the past six years. Till today 55 was deplorable. Most of the parents were not educated which affected students are admitted in the private schools free of cost with hostel the children also since they engaged them mostly in household activ- facilities. ities. The school dropout rate was common because they were sent to Q. Tell us about the hostel construction in Leh for the border stu- work in GREF, to work as an army porter and to rear livestock. dent, an initiative taken by the association. What is the reason Awareness programme was organised by leaders, associations, NGOs, behind the construction of the same? and new initiatives were carried out to strengthen schools, to devel- The upcoming hostel is going to be constructed in Saboo on 10 kanals op infrastructure and Centralized Residential School was established Message to the readers of land given by district administration. With the help of JP Yadav, with hostel facilities. With these steps, the education scenario started DIG ITBP we met various ministers, and officers to discuss the issues. changing. Today, the number of students pursuing higher education Younger generations are the future of tomorrow and we should invest Later, we got ₹4 crore and ₹12 lakh cost project under Tribal Affair has increased and dropout rates are decreasing. But still, we need to “ in their education. There should be special plans from the government for Department J&K for the construction of the hostel. have more schemes and plans for zero border children’s education. the education of border students. This will also help people living in the The proposed hostel is for the welfare of students from Changthang, Q. Do you have any data on literacy rate, dropout rate, and the border areas to safeguard the nation and maintain peace. Lalok studying in different schools and college of Leh. We are trying reason for the same? our best to provide this hostel free of cost. When the hostel gets com- Yes, many students drop out from school level. Failing 10th examina- ” pleted we have unique plans to provide not only academic education tion and leaving studies was common in Changthang. So in 2013, we but culture and moral education also.

FORTNIGHT HIGHLIGHTS KNOW YOUR CULTURE Pangnga or Bang-nga: Traditional grain storage Storage is an essential part for subsistence in Ladakh. The traditional Bang- nga was used in ancient days for storing barley, peas, and wheat. Generally, it is a closed mud brick store or repository usually in the corner of the room. Some are sealed and has access via a hole in the top covered by a stone. But one of its Protest demanding full-fledged University for Ladakh by Baseej-e-Imam Baqirya Health Care & Research Cen- kinds made of wood is seen in the Central Asian Mu- Ladakhi students on 4 November 20 at Sansad Marg, New tre, Kargil distributing food, water & medicines to seum, Leh. The storage box is made fully out of wood Delhi. stranded passengers at Leh-Srinagar National Highway. pieces arranged and fixed without the use of nails. Sources say that the wooden storage box helps in ab- sorbing the moisture thus, keeping the grains fresh for over seven to ten years. Source: E-Book, Himalayan Buddhist Villages by John Crook and Central Asian Museum, Leh. Damnyan: String musical instrument Drayen or Damnyan is one of the oldest string instruments of Central Asia. In Ladakh, it is mostly played by nomadic people of Changthang Professor Talat Ahmed, VC Kashmir University inaugurating the examination sub office at Kashmir University sat- region. The nomads move from one place to an- ellite campus, Taru other in search of cattle feeds. When they find the place they settle there for a month and in the evening time they gather around the campfire and enjoy Jabro dance on the tune of Damnyan. The instrument has six strings in form of three note i.e three pairs of string. In ancient days people are not aware of the note, notation and The traditional musical instrument ‘Damnyan’ is musical language so they tune the Damnyan in- a compound of two words ‘Dra’ and ‘yen’. Dra strument according to the voice of gender. First is a Tibetan word which means sound and yen top pair of strings is tuned as a male sound and means melody which means "sound melody". It last pair as female sound. The centre pair of the is also known as ‘Khopong’ in Ladakh. The in- BJP, Leh paid condolence over the sad demise of Hujjatt-ul- Avny Lavasa, DC, Leh inaugurating the PAGIR Prayer string is tuned between male and female sound. strument is made of willow tree wood and wild Islam Sheikh Muhammad Javed Zubdavi (popularly known Hall where all the PAGIR members believing in a dif- Source: Angdu, Khigu. as Sheikh Javed), one among the prominent scholar of La- ferent faith can sit together to offer a prayer. goatskin leather is used in centre. dakh on November 5. 6 | November 16-30, 2018 Fortnightly News Reach Ladakh Bulletin

Two-day workshop held for quality 18-day Entrepreneurship Development teaching-learning in Leh accountability, and responsibili- Programme concluded ty as an important component in changing the role of teachers. He further asked teachers to in- culcate all-round development in children based on creativity, innovation, critical thinking, application orientation, and collab- orative learning. Also, to create a comfortable learning space for children and make efforts to ed- ucate, sensitize own faculty call- ing it the need of the hour.

Prof. Balia from School of Edu- Avny Lavasa, DC and other during the valedictory function. cation, Central University Jammu Rigzin Wangmo Seabuckthorn, Apricot, Mush- je Wangchuk, JKEDI said that said that their University has got room and so far, people have not at present for 10+2 , ₹ 4 Lakh, the mandate under Pandit Madan Leh: The 18 days Entrepreneur- explored fully because people graduates ₹ 5 Lakh, postgraduate Mohan Malaviya National Mis- ship Development Programme still think on a smaller scale. So, ₹6.5 Lakh and for a professional sion on Teachers and Teaching EDP, the National Minority you can be the agents of change ₹ 10 Lakh is provided. (PMMMNMTT) from Ministry of Financial Development Corpo- and explore the unexplored po- HRD, GoI to conduct workshops ration term loan run under Hi- The process is 21 days or 18 Reach Ladakh Correspondent on the occasion. tential and capitalizing it is very for capacity building of teachers in mayat concluded on November days entrepreneurship develop- much possible”, she said. Leh: A two-day workshop on The resource person of the work- J&K state district wise. Like other 30 at JKEDI campus. ment program after which they districts, the two days workshop is She further added that entrepre- prepare the DPR and conduct the 'Teacher as Resource, ICT and shop, Prof K Srinivas presented A total of 30 students were pres- also conducted in Leh. neurs provide employment to pre-sanction survey. There are MOOCs' for quality teach- a presentation on ‘Digital Initia- ent in the valedictory function. ing-learning under Pandit Madan others and can be the source of legal formalities and disbursal tives of GoI in Higher Educa- He stressed the need to enhance They were taught about the sim- Mohan Malaviya National Mis- motivation. Many things can be and the post-sanction survey to tion-Changing role of a teacher.” teacher’s competence and urged ulation module and the concept sion on Teachers and Teaching was learned which is very rare in the check out whether or not the unit He said that the main purpose them to be more interactive of business. started on November 12 at DIET. government job and in a gov- is successfully established. during the workshop to make it of the workshop is to empower Avny Lavasa, DC congratulated ernment job after 5 years people fruitful and productive. He also informed that under seed The workshop was organised teachers and get them acquainted the students for the completion become lethargic while the entre- by School of Education, Central capital YSLS candidates of only with technological enable sys- Prof P.K. Biswas from IGNOU of training and said, “Most of the preneurs will be more confident University of Jammu in collabo- 10+2 and above and the age limit tem in teaching practice. who is also the resource person, people try to get a government and in a position to advise others. ration with DIET, Leh. is 18 to 40 years are taken. Cases other professors from the Central job but many of you here have He stressed teachers to have cor- Dr. Dorjay Namgyal, Head Kri- are appraised on basis of detail University of Jammu, Princi- gear up to start up something of Prof K Srinivas, Head ICT & rect attitude and the feeling of shi Vigan Kendre spoke about project report which is prepared pal DIET Konchok Angmo and your own which is worth appre- Project Management Unit & ‘I’m the best faculty’ to deliv- KVK forum. He urged the stu- by J&K Entrepreneurship devel- teachers were also present on the ciating. There will be many chal- Chairperson Digital Learning er the best in class. Also, urged dents to take an interest in agri- opment institute. occasion. lenges but if you have a broader Cell, NIEPA was the chief guest them to focus on transparency, culture entrepreneurship. picture, you can contribute to One batch each in November and economic development”. Informing about the enhance- December will be trained under ment of the seed capital, Dor- the seed capital YSLS scheme. 15-day play production-oriented theatre “Ladakh has many potential like workshop starts in Kargil Kashmir University V-C all set to solve higher education issues of Ladakh Assures personal intervention for smooth running of courses and to improve higher education

Prof. Talat Ahmed, VC Kashmir University during a meeting regarding Higher Education at DC Conference hall, Leh. Reach Ladakh Correspondent education hub of north India. functional he urged the coordination and cooperation from local au- Leh: Kashmir University Highlighting the scope of En- thorities. Highlighting the unique Vice-Chancellor, Prof Talat Ah- glish, Tourism and Earth science charm and scope in the region, he mad announced to delink the col- including Geology, Geography said that with the proper functional leges of Leh and Kargil district and Environment sciences cours- campus students from other parts from Kashmir University. es in Ladakh he announces to start of India and abroad will also be at- a five year integrated courses. Sub-offices in each district will be tracted. He asked for bus facilities open to conduct examination from The students pursuing the cours- to help in commuting the students paper setting to result. Also, an es will have the provision to pur- to the campus. introduction of integrated 5 years sue only the bachelor degree and He assured personal intervention courses (3 years Graduation+ 2 complete their master outside for smooth running of the cours- years Masters) in Earth science, Ladakh. Also, selective master Reach Ladakh Correspondent an ideal platform for budding Kargil and the Special Officer es and classes and to improve the artists to polish their talents un- for Culture Kargil to explore English and Tourism on the pattern courses relevant to the area will Leh: Around 40 selected theatre higher education sector in Ladakh. der the guidance of professional possibilities to hold such camps of Indian Centre of Science and be developed depending on new aspirants will be trained about trainers. for teachers and students during Research was also announced. positions for which he urged Hill Deskyong Namgyal, Principal, aspects of theatre and play pro- Council and local authority to EJM College submitted a pro- the winter time. New Controller of Examination duction during the 15 days play He urged upon the trainees to follow up with higher authorities posed academic calendar for the has been appointed who will en- production oriented theatre put their best efforts and to show Kacho Ahmad Khan (NSDite), at State level. running classes and colleges of sure the effective functioning of workshop. The workshop was all-out enthusiasm in the vari- Chief Education Officer Kargil Ladakh region. He demanded the sub-offices. He informed that the courses inaugurated by Feroz Ahmed ous practical sessions to develop Muhammad Mussa and Execu- separate academic calendar for have been formulated and shall Khan, CEC Kargil on November positive personality traits and tive Engineer REW and Owner The decision was taken during Ladakh, to start new bachelor be implemented soon. Reiter- 10 at Language Center. morale. Munshi Aziz Bhat Museum Kar- the meeting of Prof Talat Ahmad courses in Leh, early installa- ating the MOU signed with the gil Gulzar Hussain Munshi also with the education stakeholders tion of OMR machine, to invite The workshop was organised On the suggestion of speakers to Sonam Wangchuk, SECMOL he addressed the trainees. on November 1 in at DC Confer- staff members from Leh colleges by Academy of Art, Culture and introduce special theatre training said that the university will be ence Hall, Leh. to attend syndicate meeting of Languages Kargil. sessions in schools, he said that Muhammad Ali Tak, Special focused on imparting the theo- University for framing syllabus, the Council will try to introduce Officer for Cultural Activities, Prof Talat Ahmad said that he retical knowledge and the practi- Feroz Ahmed Khan applauded non-payment of examination the same in the model Govern- Kargil briefed about the aims is committed to developing the cal will be given by HIAL. the initiative of the Academy remuneration to college staff ment schools in the first instance. and objectives of the 15 days higher education system of La- in organising the workshop. He To make the Satellite campus of and staff engaged at university workshop. dakh region and making it the said that the workshop will prove He further instructed the CEO, Kashmir University Leh properly sub-office and IT section. Reach Ladakh Bulletin Advertisement November 16-30, 2018 | 7 Thailand Tour Delhi-Bangkok-Pattaya-Krabi-Phuket-Delhi 15 Nights/16 Days

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