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R EACH VOL. 8 ISSUE 10 PAGES 8 L ADAKH B ULLETIN June 1-15, 2020 In Conversation with Fortnightly Special Konchok Stanzin 5 Higher Education: A long cherished dream 4

Find us on FACEBOOK: Reach Follow us on twitter: ReachLadakhBulletin Visit our website: www.reachladakh.com Brief News Boosting Ladakh’s economy through Medicinal and Aromatic Plants DM, conducts random checking of homes under Stanzin Dasal quarantine Leh: The high-altitude cold desert region of Ladakh is an abode for almost 1100 varieties of plants, out of Leh: To check abidance of measures put which nearly 525 plants got medicinal value. The cli- in place by the District Administration matic and altitude variation adds to the unique diversity to contain spread of COVID19, Dis- of these medicinal and aromatic plants. trict Magistrate, Leh conducted random checking of the Leh market and adjoin- Dr. Padma Gurmet, Director, National Research Insti- ing localities on May 29. tute for Sowa-Rigpa, Leh told us about the medicinal and aromatic plants of Ladakh. He said that these plants Four Home Quarantine violators were have a special metabolic and reproductive strategies sent to Institutional Quarantine while well suited to counteract the harsh climatic condition several others were fined for not wear- and altitude this region. ing face masks. He further added, “Plants grown at Khardongla pass Stringent action under rule shall be tak- have the capability to adapt in more than 25 degrees Medicinal and aromatic plants being cultivated at the Trans Himalayan Herbal garden initiated by National Research Institute en against all the violators. Celsius temperature during the day time and to rough for Sowa Rigpa. minus temperature during the night. The bright sunlight it further. In an interview with All Radio, Rigzin values, hardly five of them are cultivable. Also, the cul- and dryness of the region also proves to be a boon to the DISCLAIMER Samphel, Commissioner Secretary, UT, Administration tivation of such plants are not being carried out on a plants to develop their strong aroma”. large scale. There are very few farmers who cultivate Reach Ladakh does not take re- states medicinal and aromatic plant cultivation sector as sponsibility for the contents of the The emerging growth of herbal products industry holds a game-changer for Ladakh’s economy. these plants. Advertisements Display/classified great potential for the economic development of the He states that, "Research on these medicinal and aromat- In the past, many awareness camps and workshops were published in this newspaper. The region. It will be a huge scope of cosmetic, perfume, ic plants are already being done by DIHAR, SKUAST, held in Leh regarding the cultivation of medicinal and paper does not endorse the same. pharmaceutical industries as well as opening of well- and Sowa Rigpa. Now, the time is to be practical and aromatic plants. Farmers were encouraged to explore Readers are requested to verify the ness centres in the region. come up with proof of the concept. A land in Agyam, and cultivate these plants to boost their income. But the contents on their own before acting Consequent to the formation of Ladakh as Union Ter- valley has already been identified where cultiva- question always arised about the productivity, market there upon. ritory, the Government of India approved the establish- tion of these plants will be carried out on 20 -25 kanals demand, availability of agro techniques and prices to be ment of the National Research Institute for Sowa-Rigpa of land on an experiment basis”. paid to the farmers or benefit-sharing issues. in Leh as an autonomous organization under the Minis- In valley, lavender is the potential and prospec- Aiming to promote the traditional system of medicine, try of AYUSH. This opened up many opportunities and tive crop for agribusiness to many farmers and youths. the National Research Institute for Sowa Rigpa acquired scopes in the field of medicinal plants and herbal indus- There is a story of many farmers who have transitioned 200 kanal of land opposite to village to develop tries. Also, Prime Minister Narendra Modi talks about from traditional crops such as maize to lavender farm- the Trans Himalayan Herbal Garden. Cultivation of ‘Solo’ or the ‘Rhodiola Rosea’, the plant with superior Courtesy Tsetan Angmo Courtesy Tsetan ing because of the high economic potentials. more than 100 species of medicinal plants is already in medicinal properties and rich biodiversity of the region, process on almost 60 kanal lands. which gave a new perspective to many to think about. Rigzin Samphel talked about the plan of UT administra- tion to replicate the idea of cultivating lavender for es- Dr. Phuntsog Dolkar, Senior Research Fellow said that Looking at the economic potential of medicinal and sential oils in Ladakh also. Dr. Padma Gurmet informed aromatic plants, UT Ladakh also focuses to promote that out of the 525 wild plants which have medicinal ...Continues on Page 2

UT to be renamed LG Mathur meets Union Home Minister ‘Ladakh Police’ in New Delhi Hill Council, Leh congratulates all police personnel Discusses developmental and administrative issues in UT Ladakh rience of COVID-19 and the coordinat- ed efforts put into containing the virus spread. He apprised the Home Minister about the measures being taken to en- Correction and clarification sure effective management and strict It is the policy of ‘Reach Ladakh Bul- adherence to government protocol of so- letin’ to correct significant errors as cial distancing and other precautionary soon as possible. Please specify the guidelines of COVID-19 in the region. edition, date, news item or the article. You can contact at 9858394403 or Also, he informed about the rise in num- email at [email protected]. bers of new COVID-19 positive cases which is mostly being tested among All communication must carry the full 16000 people who came back to Ladakh postal address and telephone numbers. recently from different parts of India. Lt. Governor requested additional se- nior-level officers to augment the ad- ministrative strength in Ladakh and the each adakh ulletin officers who have opted for Ladakh may R L B be permanently allocated to the Ladakh Owner, Publisher & Printer: UT. Also, he requested for early imple- Tundup Dorjey mentation of recommendations put by Reach Ladakh Correspondent the Advisory Committee and to fast track Editor: Stanzin Dasal Reach Ladakh Correspondent lenges since many decades. New Delhi: Lieutenant Governor, R. K. the domicile rules for Ladakh in order to Sales & Marketing: Tsering Morup Leh: Hill Council, Leh congratulated all He also thanked Prime Minister Naren- Mathur discussed various developmental enable recruitments. the police personnel’s serving in differ- dra Modi, Home Minister, Amit Shah Layout: Raul Chhokkun and administrative issues related to the ent wings of J&K Police earlier on the and LG UT Ladakh R.K Mathur for giv- In view of the recent amendment in of Ladakh with Union Published at: formation of ‘Ladakh Police’ on May 23. ing approval for the formation of “Lada- J&K rules according to which the spe- Home Minister, Amit Shah in a consecu- cial reservation quotas for Leh & Reach Ladakh, Skara Yokma, Airport Gyal P Wangyal, CEC, Hill Council, Leh kh Police”. Road, near Councillor Quarter tive two days meeting. districts have been removed, he further said that it is a very happy moment for Contact: 9858394403 Extending best wishes to the police requested to maintain the reservation for every Ladakhi especially for the police Secretary Home, A. K. Bhalla; Advisor, personnel in their new journey headed Ladakhi students in the J&K profession- Printed at: personnel of Ladakh and their family Umang Narula, and Additional Secretary by IGP Ladakh S.S Khandare, Gyal P al colleges. Deployment of CISF at Leh Archana advertising Pvt Ltd. members. He said that it is also a trib- Home, Gyanesh Kumar also attended the Wangyal hoped that Ladakh Police will Airport and NHPC Power Projects at Ni- C-78 Okhla Industrial Area Phase I. ute to all those Ladakhi police personnel meeting. New Delhi, India 110020 touch new heights and emerge as a role mo-Basgo and Chutuk project was also who struggled and sacrificed their lives in model in providing better policing in R K Mathur shared the Ladakh expe- put forward. Kashmir valley countering different chal- coming days and years. 2 | June 1-15, 2020 Fortnightly News Reach Ladakh Bulletin

First batch of stranded passengers from Himachal Pradesh reaches Leh CEC, Hill Council, Leh receives homecoming passengers

Reach Ladakh Correspondent Leh: Around 188 passengers, in- cluding 87 people from Leh dis- trict and 101 from the region reached Leh in nine buses on May 25. Gyal P Wangyal, CEC, Hill Council Leh along with Phunt- sog Stanzin, EC Agriculture / Facilitation Officer for the evacuation of stranded Ladakhi Passengers coming from Himachal Pradesh being screened at check passengers received homecom- point. ing passengers of UT Ladakh via Manali-Leh road at Dharma He appealed inbound passengers tre, , Dr. Tsewang Centre, Choglamsar. to strictly follow home quaran- Morup, and Dy. Director, Upshi, CEC and EC asked about the tine and to download the Aarog- Pashmina Goat Project Leh is wellbeing of homecoming pas- ya Setu app. Also, he urged them supervising the arrangements. to follow social distancing, hand sengers from Himachal Pradesh Dr. Tsewang Morup said that washing and wearing masks for a and assessed the arrangements 250 beds are ready for inbound prolonged time to make it a habit. made by District Administration passengers from Manali at Dhar- By Richa Maheshwari & Athulya Pillai Leh including lodging, boarding, Senior Officers on Magistrate ma Center, Choglamsar for their and food arrangements for pas- duty ACR Leh, Rigzin Spalgon; night stay. He said passengers was just eleven years old – a small, cute Ladakhi kid with red cheeks – when I went from learning sengers of Zanskar at Dharma Tehsilder Leh, Gyurmet Namg- from Zanskar will move towards about compassion and meditation at the Mahabodhi School in Leh to strict army rules at the Sainik Centre, Choglamsar. I yal; Nodal Officer, Dharma Cen- Zanskar on May 26. School Nagrota, Jammu. The only things that mattered there were being good at sports and studies. I was there for seven years, and every year we were given only two days to show our creative capabili- ties. I used to imagine a small Smanla trapped inside my heart, banging at its walls. The problem was Evacuation of 8,373 residents stranded in different parts that I did not know why that someone within me was screaming. Sainik School made me physically and mentally strong. I can adjust to any situation now. But I knew of India; CEC, Leh expresses gratitude that I did not want my whole life to be like that. Fortunately, I could draw and was selected to go to the School of Planning and Architecture. I decided that until I was clear about what I want to do, I would take whatever life was offering. When I got to SPA, people were like – I paint. I play the guitar. I am an actor. What do you do? I would say that I can do push-ups. Frankly, I was surrounded by so much talent that I used to feel very inferior. SPA gave me the freedom and the opportunity to explore. I joined the music club, the theater club, the football team and the student council. Theater helped in boosting my confidence. The art and design environment gave me an eye for detail, proportion, scale, and color. There was no film making club on campus, so I started a short film competition which has now grown into an international short film competition for students. My friends and I used to make videos of us playing pranks. We even made some short films that got recognition at film festivals. We called ourselves Jobless Studios. Gyal P. Wangyal, CEC, Hill Council along with EC, Agriculture, Councillor, Phyang and ADC, Zahida Bano during a press conference at Council Secretariat. About a year after SPA, we registered Jobless Studios - Busy Telling Stories as a company. Our first proj- ect was a film about the life of an architect. We put our heart and soul into the project. Our work was ap- Reach Ladakh Correspondent cles were arranged. Phuntsog Stanzin, Councillor preciated, and we started to get more jobs. We did this for six straight years. We moved to a better colony, Phyang, Phunchok Dorjey, Dep- a better flat. Then, in 2018, I realized that I was not happy. We had built a well-oiled machine that was Leh: More than 90 percent of He expressed his gratitude to uty Commissioner, Leh Sachin paying us, but most of my time was spent keeping that machine oiled and not creating what I wanted. stranded residents including pa- Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh, Kumar, SSP Leh Sargun Shukla, tients, students, and pilgrims of R.K Mathur, Advisor to LG La- That is why I started Safarnama with Smanla on YouTube. People in Ladakh saw my work and I start- district officers and all the Nod- have been evacuated dakh Umang Narula, Commis- ed getting calls of appreciation. One of the calls was from KagaTsephel at BORDA. He said, “Ladakh al Officers of States /UTs who successfully till date. sioner Secretary, Health, UT La- needs you!” That is how I came back. I used to think that the universe was making good things happen worked day and night tirelessly dakh, Rigzin Samphel, and IGP to me. Like SPA. Like theater. But after coming back home, I have realized that things did not just Gyal P. Wangyal, CEC, Hill in making the evacuation pro- Ladakh Satish Khandare for their happen. There was a constant desire and I was always working towards it. Council, stated this during a cess smooth and successful. continuous support in the evacu- press conference on May 29 at Storyteller: Smanla Dorje Nurboo, Council Secretariat. ation of stranded passengers. He also thanked presidents and members of all the stu- If you would like to contribute to Rewa’s work, you can send donations to their account: Gyal P Wangyal made a special Phuntsog Stanzin, Executive dent unions, NGOs volunteers, Bank: Jammu Bank of Kashmir, Leh. Account Number: 0069040100047609 mention of Divisional Commis- Councillor for Agriculture / Fa- SDM Khaltse and Kharu, BMO Swift Code: JAKAINBBSRI sioner, Ladakh, Saugat Biswas cilitation Officer briefed about Khaltse and Kharu, volunteer who is also the UT Nodal officer Follow storiesfromladakh on Instagram for more such stories. the evacuation of stranded pas- of LBA Leh and Wakha, volun- and overall in-charge for coor- sengers. He informed that till teers of Lahaul Spiti, Eco-Tour- dinating movement of stranded date 8,373 passengers out of ism Union, YDA, Councillors, persons form all the states, Ex- Gyal P Wangyal pays tribute to 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche on which 5,142 students and 3,231 BDCs, Sarpanches, Nambarders, ecutive Councillor, Agriculture / patients/pilgrims/others have and villages for their support and Facilitation Officer for the evac- his 103rd Birth Anniversary been evacuated for which a total cooperation in the evacuation of uation of stranded passengers, “Modern can’t be imagined of 326 buses and 282 light vehi- stranded passenger. without remembering Padma Bhushan awardee 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche who not only illu- mined the time he lived in but continues to remain an inspiration for humanity across the world”, he Boosting Ladakh’s economy through Medicinal and added. Aromatic Plants He said that Kushok Bakula Rinpoche's five de- cades-long selfless and extraordinary service espe- ...Continued from Page 1 also collaborated with few Research Institutes such cially in the field of education, politics and social as Himalayan Forest Research Institute, DIHAR, work irrespective of caste and religion and ensur- from the past two to three years, the cultivation ini- Indian institute of Integrated Medicine, and GB ing communal harmony and development in Lada- tiative is being carried out in an extensive way fo- Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment kh has been immense. cusing on organic farming. The cultivation process & Sustainable Development. Recalling Bakula Rinpoche teaching on patience, is the same as other cash crops but what we have Dr. Padma Gurmet stressed the need of constituting Reach Ladakh Correspondent discipline, fighting spirit, humanity, social service noticed are that the medicinal plants take some a State Medicinal Plant Board and Ayush Mission Leh: Gyal P Wangyal, CEC, Hill Council, Leh paid and most importantly integrity and unity, Gyal P more time to grow fully. Society in UT Ladakh to further engage in these rich tribute to 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche on his Wangyal stressed on practicing it to overcome She explained that the cultivation of these medici- sectors and promote its abilities. 103rd birth anniversary on May 19. present challenges. nal plants are being carried out on this vast barren Rampant infrastructural development and climatic As Ladakh celebrates the birth anniversary of Ba- He further appealed parents, senior citizens, schol- land on an experimental basis and is first of its kind change are causing extinction of many valuable kula Rinpoche for the first time after Union Terri- ars, intellectuals, teachers, organizations, and which almost proved to be successful. Also, an ef- species of plants. Cultivation and conservation tory status, Gyal P Wangyal said that Bakula Rin- schools to enlighten the younger generation of La- fort is being made to conserve the many species of strategies both the in situ, ex-situ and resource poche always dreamed UT status for Ladakh and dakh about the contributions and principle values plants that are on the verge of extinction. management is needed adequately for socio-eco- taught us to strive for the ultimate goal till our last of Bakula Rinpoche for disciplined, cultured and National Research Institute for Sowa Rigpa has nomic development. breath. prosperous Union Territory of Ladakh. Reach Ladakh Bulletin June 1-15, 2020 | 3

L-G Mathur discusses University of Ladakh functioning Hill Council, Leh constitutes team for demarcation of additional funds to take some more projects. wildlife region in Leh district

The revenue plan of six colleges Reach Ladakh Correspondent in Ladakh, land allotment for administrative headquarter in Leh: A meeting on the demar- Kargil, post creation for the uni- cation of wildlife region in Leh versity and colleges of Khaltse district was convened by Gyal and Drass, building construction P Wangyal, CEC, Hill Council, plans and academic activities Leh on May 27 at Council Sec- were discussed. retariat. The functionality of Ladakh A team of officers/ officials of Officials during the University of Ladakh meeting at Raj Niwas. University either as a cluster Wildlife, Forest, and Revenue university system or a colle- departments under the supervi- During the meeting on the demarcation of wildlife region in Leh district at Reach Ladakh Correspondent Ladakh; Chewang Phuntsog , giate university system was also sion of SDM, , , Council Secretariat. Vice-Chancellor, University of Leh: Discussion on the annual raised during the meeting. and Nubra will be constituted. Ladakh; Imtiaz Kacho, Registrar The team will carry out a month- Capex budget and other relat- the report by June 20. UoL, and Deskyong Namgyal, R K Mathur stressed on time- long exercise in the demarca- to redefine reasonable wildlife ed issues of the University of regions ensuring the inclusion Controller Examination/ Dean ly execution of the projects. tion of wildlife region in close Sachin Kumar said that all re- Ladakh was held in a meeting of roads, sources of water, pas- Academics Affairs were present. He said that funds will not be a consultation with concerned ports will be compiled and convened by R K Mathur, Lieu- tureland, government assets, problem and UT Administration Councillors, PRI members, and scrutinized before submitting tenant Governor on May 18 at Chewang Phuntsog , Vice-Chan- provision of expansion of ‘Aba- shall ensure every support for Gobas. to Lieutenant Governor, Radha Raj Niwas. cellor informed R K Mathur di Deh’, commercial establish- the effective functioning of La- Krishna Mathur for further ac- about the projects conceived Problems faced to carry out de- ments and other village rights. Rigzin Samphel, Commission- dakh University and colleges in tion. under the sanctioned budget and Ladakh. velopmental activities in villag- er Secretary, Higher Education, He said that this month-long highlighted the requirement of es falling under wildlife sanctu- Deputy Chairman, Tsering exercise will define the outline aries and national parks namely Sandup; EC Wildlife, Konchok of wildlife regions for centuries Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary, Stanzin; SDM Durbuk, Rigzin in line with the developmental National Park, and Kara- Spalgon; SDM Nyoma, Jigmet aspirations of people living in koram Wildlife Sanctuary were Raftan, Wildlife Warden, Leh, Gyal P Wangyal writes to Advisor Umang Narula wildlife areas. Also, he empha- discussed. Pankaj Sharma and Councillors Seeks his intervention to approve District Capex Budget for the financial year 2020-21 sized SDMs to take a holistic of , Martselang, Skyu- Sachin Kumar, DC, Leh directed and visionary approach during Markha, Korzok, and Nyoma SDMs and Wildlife Warden Leh fresh demarcation and submit Reach Ladakh Correspondent submitted the action plan of District Capex Budget were present in the meeting. to UT Ladakh Administration for approval and re- Leh: Hill Council, Leh seeks early approval of lease of funds. But, now with the passage of more District Capex Budget for the financial year 2020- than 15 days, LAHDC, Leh is yet to receive the 21 and release of funds for implementation of the approval as well as the release of funds for taking annual action plan. Divisional Commissioner Ladakh visits Zanskar up the works.” Gyal P Wangyal, CEC, Hill Council, Leh wrote a The letter further reads that as only limited time letter to Umang Narula, Advisor to LG Ladakh on Sub-Division is left in the current financial year, it is imperative May 29 requesting his intervention on the matter. that the due approval of the LAHDC, Leh, District several other villages. They inter- The letter reads as, “After the approval of draft Budget needs to accord on priority as Hill Council acted with the public representa- Capex Budget 2020-21 in the Executive Council Leh can only call tenders and start developmental tives including BDC Chairper- Meeting of Hill Council, Leh held on May 11, works after obtaining the approval from UT Lada- sons, Sarpanchs, and Panches as 2020, CEC, Hill Council, Leh on May 12, 2020, kh Administration. well as prominent citizens of the areas to know about their devel- opmental needs and grievances. People demanded augmentation of drinking water supply and L-G Mathur reviews annual action plan of departments mobile communication, posting Emphasizes digital transformation in government office system of doctors at CHC , and reopening of schools. management of labourers in Leh town. He exhorted to give empa- Responding to the issue of doc- thetic attention to the grievanc- Saugat Biswas , Divisional Commissioner, Ladakh during his visit to Zanskar tors, Saugat Biswas directed DC es of labours and to provide the subdivision. Kargil to ensure that the recent- care and assistance. ly transferred doctors join their Reach Ladakh Correspondent and equipment at CHC Padum duties at CHC Padum within 2 The Department of Employment so as to provide the patients with days. He also instructed Execu- was directed to get all the unem- Zanskar: Saugat Biswas, Divi- all modern facilities at the health tive Engineer, PWD, Zanskar to ployed registered and to impart sional Commissioner/ Secretary, institution. restore all water supply schemes them skill development training. UT Ladakh visited the Zanskar in the area within a week’s time subdivision and took stock of the Saugat Biswas also reviewed and completion of the remain- Reach Ladakh Correspondent egation of financial powers, etc. While discussing the Education ongoing developmental works the status of implementation of to the officers/officials of Leh department, R K Mathur directed ing work of Padum Motorable Leh: Lieutenant Governor, R.K. on May 26. Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) which and Kargil districts every month. to prepare a safety plan for all the Bridge within a month. Mathur reviewed the annual ac- aims to provide and safe and ad- schools before they reopen to en- He reviewed the functioning of tion plan of various departments R K Mathur directed to submit equate piped drinking water to Saugat Biswas assured the locals sure strict adherence to the proto- all the departments of Zanskar for the fiscal year 2020-21 on Action Plan for the year 2020-21 every household by 2024. He in- that the issues related to mobile cols of social distancing, hygiene, Sub-division and enquired about May 21 at Raj Niwas. and to execute the major works structed the concerned officers to connectivity would be addressed and other safety measures amidst the pace of various ongoing without any delay. work with zeal and enthusiasm soon by taking up the matter the risk of COVID-19 pandemic. developmental works and the Advisor to LG, Umang Narula; for the implementation of the with Jio company and other tele- Commissioner/ Secretary Fi- He asked the Wildlife Depart- progress. Instruction was given He exhorted to strengthen the scheme so that the objectives of com operators. He also informed nance, Divisional Commissioner ment to issue standing orders to complete the works within the ongoing digital classes and the mission are implemented in the locals that to facilitate stu- Ladakh/ Secretary Education, for the compensation in case of stipulated timeline focusing on to further improve the online letter and spirit. dents and reading enthusiasts, Saugat Biswas, concerned Di- man-animal conflict keeping in quality and quantity parameters. teaching system. He stressed on steps would be taken to open rectors and District officers at- view the recent incidents of do- Various delegation of Zanskar providing proper facilities to stu- He also visited High School, libraries in every village of the tended the meeting. mestic animals killed by wild Buddhist Association, Anjuman dents including upgraded library Tungri, and Higher Secondary Sub Division. animals in Changthang, Drass Moin-ul-Islam and Gonpa Asso- R K Mathur directed the Finance and laboratories and to ensure School, Padum. ZEO Zanskar regions etc. He directed to make ciation, Councillors Hill Coun- He also informed that the petrol Department to prepare a con- 100% enrolment by involving was asked to ensure submission the Pollution Control Board cil, Kargi, Block Development pump sanctioned for Padum will crete plan for funds utilization the elected bodies. of the detailed plan for reopen- properly functional and concep- Council members, Karsha Gon- also be made functional soon. under the Special Development ing of schools highlighting so- tualize plans to tackle plastic and The Social Welfare Depart- pa, Sarpanches, Lambardars, Package and to take the matter to cial distancing measures, hand Highlighting the need to estab- other waste issues in Ladakh. ment was directed to prepare a Muslim Youths and Women As- make it non-lapsable with GoI. washing, hygiene, and other re- lish a mechanism of effective and computerized birth certification sociation, and Merchant Associ- While discussing the other de- quired measures as per the set efficient coordination between He exhorted the department to record and to inform people ation met the Divisional Com- partment, ITI was directed to protocols. the Administration and people, make all the treasuries and finan- about all the centrally spon- missioner. introduce highly employable and he stressed upon the officers to cial systems online. sored schemes and scholarship People expressed gratitude for market-driven trade courses and The delegation raised the griev- be responsive to the needs and programmes. ICDS and ICPS the early evacuation of stranded The departments were asked to hire professional faculty to en- ances and demands of the people issues projected by the people. schemes were also discussed. passengers from different parts sure quality training. of the Zanskar valley. Saugat to purchase GFRs and other fi- of the country and posting of six Saugat Biswas also visited Dib- nance-related books and distrib- Likewise, the departments of Biswas assured early redressal R K Mathur asked the Labour doctors to CHC, Padum. ling village of Leh district and ute them among the departments Health & Family Welfare, An- of all the grievances. Department to create labour fa- met with the villagers to take of UT Ladakh. He also empha- imal Husbandry, Sheep Hus- BMO Zanskar was asked to fur- cilitation centre, build labour Saugat Biswas along with Baseer- stock of the food supplies and bandry, and Fisheries were also nish a detailed proposal about sized on organizing training and ul-Haq Chaudhary, DC Kargil other requirements. Sarai, and to ensure systematic the requirement of machinery workshops on FMPs, GRFs, del- reviewed. visited Karsha, Sani, Shella, and 4 | June 1-15, 2020 Fortnightly Special Reach Ladakh Bulletin

Higher Education: A long cherished dream

By Thinles Norboo Ladakhi students. "Just because of expensive college fees, rent and hostel fees many students from Changthang give up their studies and Changthang region of the newly formed choose to earn money by working in town. Unaffordable fees and Union Territory of Ladakh is lesser known to related expenses are the major reasons why students drop out after the world. In recent years, although the cold school,” shares Tsering Dolker (names have been changed), a stu- desert of Ladakh has become one of the most dent of EJM College. preferred destinations for tourists specially the domestic ones, Changthang remains untouched Another final year student from EJM college, Stanzin Angmo, also by a flock of tourists. A natural habitat of the shared her concerns regarding the substandard hostel facilities. “Not pashmina goat (world-famous for its soft wool), is largely visited having proper hostel facilities in college affects the students who by explorer, environmentalist, academician, and journalist to under- already faced many challenges to reach Leh from Changthang. In stand the lives of the Changpa tribe – a nomadic pastoral community the absence of proper facilities, students are forced to live in rented that resides in this high-altitude region. Living in perfect co-exis- accommodations which do not guarantee a peaceful studying atmo- tence with their ecosystem, this tribe has endured several changes sphere. Many students are badly affected by this situation and even- along with the changing environment. tually drop out of college,” shares a disappointed Stanzin.

As construction of roads opened its doors to development and mod- Tsering Tsomo, a second-year student from the same college believes ernisation, this region underwent several transformations. Access to that students who have spent most of their time in hostels during education is one of the several changes that Changpas have received school days find it difficult to manage the newly found freedom and in the last 10-12 years. Although the advent of education and its responsibilities that come with it. They feel distracted which soon relevance on the traditional lifestyle of Changpas is much debatable, starts affecting their studies. Students need to focus on their dreams, the focus here is on the educational journey of the girls belonging aspiration and purpose of life so that they can have a better future. to this tribe and the hurdles they face while fulfilling their dream of attaining quality education. Data shows that from 2010 to 2015, only 124 girl students from Changthang could manage to complete their higher secondary stud- Students at their hostel KGBV in Nyoma Changthang Community of Ladakh is known for treating both men and women ies. 27 percent i.e. only 33 girls of these 124 manage to pursue a equally and providing them equal opportunities. People’s demand graduate degree in these 5 years. Certainly, the existing education for a school for girls of Changthang was fulfilled by the government forced to migrate to the city for higher education. And this is where, infrastructure in Changthang is quite fragile. Only a few manage to on April 21 2008, by establishing a residential school - The Kas- their hustle with the outside world starts. struggle with the offered facilities and complete their schooling but turba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya. The hostel accommodates girls be- as soon as they enter college, they are forced to quit, and reasons, Higher secondary schools and graduation colleges are located in Leh longing to the tribal community residing in difficult to access areas as listed, are several. It is the responsibility of the administration town. The girl students who come from the Changthang region find of Changthang. In the absence of any other private or government to support the people of Changthang in overcoming these challeng- it difficult to adapt to the town area as it is way more crowded than school, this secondary school with a residential facility is the only es. The tribal girl students from this inaccessible region need proper their native villages and people follow a completely different lifestyle. option for the girls who wish to study. Today, girls in Changthang guidance, support, and facilities to attain formal education. There They have to live in rented accommodation, cook for themselves, cope have access to education. is a dire need to come up with policies to ensure that participation with the ‘new’ environment, and ensure that they study well. It be- and retention rate of girls from these tribal communities increases in The main objective of this Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya is to comes too much pressure for many girl students. higher education institutions. facilitate retention of girls, ensure greater participation in education, The education till Class 12th is still inexpensive in government schools develop and promote facilities to provide access to girls belonging to This article has been written under the Sanjoy Ghose Media Fellow- but colleges are costly and not everyone can afford to send their chil- disadvantaged groups, improve quality of education and stress upon ship 2019 . dren to these higher education institutions. The Eliezer Joldan Me- the relevance and quality of girls’ education for their empowerment. (Charkha Features) However, as this school can support girls only till Class 10, they are morial (EJM) College in Leh is the most sought-after option for the

Ladakh Project Steering Committee, SECURE Himalaya meeting held in Leh SoulSpeak Annual work plan 2020-21 for Project Secure Himalaya in UT Ladakh discussed P.P. Wangchuk The Koel and its persistent message

A solitary Koel in the park near my home has been, for me, a great source of inspiration and ‘food for thought’ for a long time now. Its insis- tence and persistence on its ‘singing a melodi- ous song’ has been a constant charmer for me and the nearby people. It has the power and the influence to make my days, day after day, with its melodious ‘koeings’! Every morning, I wake up to its ‘koe-koe’ call, and nothing enchants one more than this early morning magical call. And it has so many good effects on us: First, it gives a wake-up call, and a reminder that During the Ladakh Project Steering Committee, SECURE Himalaya meeting. a beautiful day awaits us, and that we are to make the best use of it. It also makes us wonder and ponder over the beauty of nature, and that we are here to co-exist with it and not to exploit it. And, it also re- Reach Ladakh Correspondent effectively promote sustainable land use and into confidence to give actual meaning to minds us that we need to keep ourselves positive in all circumstances natural resource management in high range the essence of the project. Giving the fact of Leh: First meeting of the Ladakh Project by reminding us that life and its journey is nothing but an ‘up-and- Steering Committee, SECURE Himalaya Himalayan ecosystems. The objective is to initial days of UT Ladakh, he stressed on the down track’ of many vicissitudes. The sooner we realise that, the was convened on May 29 by Rigzin Samphel, secure sustainable livelihoods and ensure the need for building institutions on discussed better for a balanced, happy and purposeful life. Commissioner Secretary, Forest, Ecology & conservation of Snow Leopards and other as- models that would serve as the gateway to Environment Department, UT Ladakh also sociated species and habitats. Ladakh. And, just like the Koel, we need to cultivate the act of selflessness. the Chairman, project SECURE Himalaya. In the Union Territory of Ladakh, the project Sajid Sultan, Chief Wildlife Warden, La- Look at the Koel’s ‘koeing’ wonder for hours without trying y to Discussion on finalizing annual work plan will be implemented in the Changthang land- dakh; Col Arvind Batra, HQ 14 Corps; Md make any kind of ‘exhibition’ of its natural gift of sweet voice. It 2020-21of SECURE Himalaya project in scape, wherein UNDP, along with the De- Mumtaz Ali, Director, Tourism Ladakh; Dr. remains far away from us, hidden in the thick foliages of a tree, and UT Ladakh, and other related matters under partment of Wildlife Protection Ladakh, will OP Chaurasia, Director, DIHAR, Tahir Hus- merrily keeps on rendering its enchanting musical ‘service’. the project and various aspects were carried be working in cooperation with other district sain, Director Finance; Tsewang Gyaltsan, The lesson we get, therefore, is that we must use our talent to make out. line departments, on various livelihood and Dy. Director Planning; Dr. Tundup Namgyal, conservation initiatives. District Sheep Husbandry Officer; Phunchok others feel good and, at the same time, expect nothing in return. The The project of SECURE (Securing Liveli- Wangtak, Block Office, CWLW office -Lada act of kindness and love is in itself a great reward. One can feel it Rigzin Samphel urged the proper implemen- hoods, Conservation, Sustainable Use and kh and other concerned officers attended the and realise it only when one lives for others as well. The joy and the Restoration of High Range Himalayan Eco- tation of the aims and objectives of the proj- meeting. satisfaction one gets therefrom can’t be measured by any limiting systems) Himalaya is implemented by Min- ect. In this direction, the correlation between valuation means. istry of Environment, Forest and Climate tourism and wildlife be augmented and re- Programme Manager, United Nations Devel- Change in association with UNDP (United model the relation by devising new models to opment Programme (UNDP), Dr. Ruchi Pant, Nations Development Programme) funded fall back during situations such as the current State Coordinator Officer, Gayatri Mahar, Courtesy: WongWorld by Global Environment Facility. Covid-19 pandemic. and Consultant Administration and Finance, Gaurav Joshi attended the meeting through The writer is a New Delhi-based Editor-at-large, columnist and pro- He said that the focus should be made on ad- The six-year project aims to support the Gov- video conferencing. fessional speaker ernment of India and State Governments to dressing man-animal conflict, taking people Reach Ladakh Bulletin Fortnightly Special June 1-15, 2020 | 5

In Conversation with Konchok Stanzin, Executive Councillor, Education, LAHDC, Leh Interviewed by Stanzin Dasal

Q. Tell us about the present education scenario of Leh district. Q. Speaking about challenges, the digital shift is a matter of concern to the stu- In Leh district, we have 358 government schools, including 185 primary schools, 123 middle dents who don’t have access to the technology. What alternative provision is be- schools, 33 high schools, 17 higher secondary schools, and 12 residential schools. A total of ing carried out? 7,782 students, including 3890 boys and 3892 girls are enrolled in different schools. Apart Along with the advantages of the online education system, there is a certain limita- from this, we have 46 private schools. tion also. Unfortunately, nearly 43 government schools, including 41 primary and 2 middle schools of In Ladakh, we don’t have proper internet facilities and many areas don’t even have Leh district were closed because of no student enrollment. Out of which 2 schools in Nubra the connection, which becomes a major challenge to reach out to students in far- and 3 in Durbuk were reopened. flung areas. We have explored several alternative provisions to reach out students If we talk about the funds allotment under the annual district plan for education sector, through offline mediums such as radio classes. The classes for the students of class a sum of around ₹ 3 crore is allocated earlier which is meager. It has been now 10th and 12th are commenced through the radio every Monday to Saturday from enhanced to ₹15 crore under district plan, focusing mainly on high and higher morning 10 to 11 am. The doubts of the students are even cleared through secondary school development. Apart from that, we have funds allocation the phone. The same classes are also telecasted through free dish to under Samagra which will be mainly utilized in the development of pri- benefit students who are in far-flung areas where the radio signals are mary and middle schools. Also, we have a plan to develop all residen- not properly. tial schools and provide them with all basic necessities. Also, every teacher is asked to provide assignments to the students Many of our schools don’t have enough important infrastructures during these lockdown and in far off villages, teachers in a particu- such as multipurpose hall, laboratory, and library. So, there is a lar village will reach out to the students. Concerned officers, Zonal dire need to bring changes in that sector. It should be done on need Education Officers, principals, and teachers of the Education de- basis. Also, we are focusing to build solarized buildings in the partment are directed to present a report of their activities being future, keeping in view the geographical and climatic condition carried out during this lockdown period. of the region. We had a word with iDream education, a social ed-tech organisa-

The enrollment of students in private schools is comparatively tion for offline educational content for class 9 to 12 in pen drives more than government schools. It is not just because of the education or tablets. This is one alternative that can be used if the lockdown Message to the readers“ quality but the lack of proper infrastructure also adds to the problem. continues further. The charge is quite high to procure it. For finan- We have well-qualified teachers in government schools now who are We all need to work together to strengthen government schools cial assistance, a letter has been submitted to the UT administration putting in their best effort, but the only thing which is needed is proper and power grid to bear the expenses under CSR. The response is “and improve the education scenario. still awaited. infrastructure. Secondly, awareness among parents and their co-opera- tion is a must to run government schools successfully. Q. Since all the schools are closed due to COVID-19 lockdown, Q. Amidst COVID-19 lockdown, online lessons have emerged as a there are many concerns regarding the payment of school fees. solution to push ahead academic calendar. How helpful and suc- Any plans to formulate mechanisms to reduce the financial cessfully implemented it is? process and the online system is one way to keep the student engaged strain? during this shutdown time. With the spread of coronavirus and country under lockdown, relying Yes, there has been much confusion regarding payment of fees on technology have become crucial to continue the process of learning. Schools are trying their best to continue the classes by using different among the parents since the schools are shut down. Waiving off Schools of Ladakh already remained closed for nearly 3 months in win- technologies which is a positive aspect in this time of crisis. the fees completely will be difficult as the schools need to pay the salaries of teachers and non-teaching staff. It is not a good idea to ters and because of the pandemic, it got extended causing major loss of But the unplanned and rapid move to online learning with no training, lack expect private schools not to take fees from students and hold back academics. It becomes immensely important to continue the learning of internet connectivity, and little preparation also is a challenge for many. ...Continues on Page 6

Fortnight Highlights

Govt. employees of District Administration, Leh taking pledge to fight against all Domestic flights resumes after two months: Passengers being screened District Magistrate, Leh conducting surprise inspection of the Leh market forms of violence on Anti Terrorism day. at Kushok Bakula Rinpoche Airport,Leh, Ladakh. and adjoining localities to check abidance of measures put in place by the District Administration to contain spread of COVID19.

Delegation of Ladakh Buddhist Association, Anjuman-e-Imamia, and Anjuman Moin-ul-Islam meets Lieutenant Governor, R.K. Mathur at Raj During the launch of first COVID-19 testing laboratory at Chuchot okma.Y Niwas. 6 | June 1-15, 2020 Fortnightly News Reach Ladakh Bulletin

CEC, Kargil reviews developmental projects Divisional Commissioner, Ladakh visits Rong area status for Kargil town Enquires pace of development works, assures redressal of grievances and demands minal with all requisite facilities. As regards to the establishment of solid waste management and sewerage treatment plants, Feroz Ahmed Khan directed the SE PWD, Executive Engineer R&B II, and Executive Officer MC Kargil to identify land for the two projects at Kurbathang near Choskore road and submit the re- port to the Deputy Commission- Feroz Ahmad Khan, CEC, Hill Council, Kargil reviewing the implementation of various urban development projects sanctioned under Special Development er, Kargil at the earliest. Package (SDP) for Kargil town. He also asked the concerned offi- Reach Ladakh Correspondent ₹15 crore, establishment of sol- cers to identify suitable land, site for construction of open space Divisional Commissioner, Saugat Biswas interacting with the villagers during his visit to Rong block of Nyoma Sub Kargil: A review meeting on the id waste management and sew- division. implementation of various urban erage treatment plants at a total parks, winter-friendly public development projects sanctioned cost of ₹11 crore, open space convenience and other projects. Reach Ladakh Correspondent opening residential schools with To facilitate connectivity for park at a cost of ₹ 15 crore, truck Also, he highlighted the need for under Special Development Changthang: Divisional Com- state of the art facility in every medical and other emergencies, terminal at a cost of ₹ 5 crore, necessary modifications in the Package (SDP) for Kargil town missioner/ Secretary UT Ladakh, zone. Thus, ensuring easy ac- BDO was asked to develop a winter-friendly public conve- DPR for the establishment of a was held on May 19. Saugat Biswas took stock of the cess to a school with hostel fa- spot for civil helipad in every nience at a cost of ₹2 crore be- solid waste management plant. cility. At Hemya village, Saugat village for medical emergencies The meeting was chaired by ongoing developmental works sides construction of bus stand, Biswas assured sanctioning of a and submit a proposal under Feroz Ahmad Khan, CEC, Hill Baseer ul Haq Choudhary, DC, in parts of Nyoma Sub-Division slaughterhouse, setting up of library for the Panchayat Halqa, MGNREGA. Also, he asked the Council, Kargil. Kargil; Moses Kunzang, Direc- covering Rong block on May 29. street lights and other projects tor, Urban Local Bodies, Lada- Hemya. SDM for frequent reviews of the Discussion on the issues related have been sanctioned by the He visited Liktsey, Hemya, facilities such as food, water, kh; Ved Prakash, Superintendent Villagers of Liktsey and Kyung- to the identification of land, sites, Government of India under SDP Kyungyam, Teri Phoo, Teri, road, electricity and others. Engineer, PWD, Kargil; Zaheer yam demanded decentralization formulation of DPRs, and other for Kargil town. Nee, sRiyul, and Hussain, President, MC Kargil; of the Block headquarter from To develop the Hot Water Spring related aspects for the timely villages and interacted with the It was decided that the multitier Councillors of Kargil Town, Chumathang. Divisional Com- in Chumathang as a tourist des- start of work on the sanctioned people. car parking will be constructed Poyen and Baroo, Executive missioner directed SDM to sub- tination, Saugat Biswas directed projects were carried out. at New Bus Stand Kargil and the Engineers of R&B II and PDD, Chairman BDC Rong, Jigmet mit a report in this regard BDO to develop a plan and sub- It was informed that various existing truck terminal near Pet- Executive Officer MC Kargil, Yountan; Sub Divisional Mag- mit it in a week. The villagers He also reviewed the status of projects including, construction rol Pump Kurbathang would be AD Tourism Kargil besides other istrate, Nyoma, Jigmet Raftan; requested up-gradation of Chu- the implementation of Jal Je- of multitier parking space for developed into a full-fledged ter- concerned officers were present. Assistant Commissioner Devel- mathang High School to High- evan Mission (JJM) to provide opment, Leh, Sonam Chosjor; er Secondary School, to which safe and adequate piped drinking District Panchayat Officer, Leh, Saugat Biswas assured to get the water to every household. Con- Zakir Hussain, and Block Devel- demand examined with the de- cerned officers were instructed opment Officer, Nyoma, Mohd partment. Konchok Stanzin Hassan were also present. to complete the pending work for the implementation of the Responding to the demand for about the policy? The villagers demanded aug- ...Continued from page 5 scheme in the Nyoma Sub Divi- opening-up of a bank, he assured mentation of drinking water sup- sion. to take the matter with State LAHDC, Leh is working on drafting an education the salaries of teachers, who work hard and are also ply, mobile communication, and Bank of India. Regarding train- policy for ensuring inclusiveness and participation Also, he assured to provide sat- conducting online classes now. up-gradation of Middle and High ing under the Skill Development for all. Our stress is to include moral ethics, con- ellite phones in far-flung villages schools. programme, the villagers were In this time of crisis, both parents and schools are cept, experimental and research-based education of Teri, Nee, and sRiyul to ad- instructed to submit a proposal going through financial hardships and to manage system besides academic results. We had meetings Responding to the demands in dress their phone connectivity of their field of interest and as- the situation it's important now for both of them before also with the educationist and senior intel- connection with school educa- issue. Villagers of Nee requested sured of redress. to work out in a balanced way. Thus, payment of lectuals of Leh district to design the policy. To have tion, Saugat Biswas informed setting up a Medical Aid Centre. tuition fees is one solution and in turn, no schools an inclusive education policy, many research and that the UT Administration is shall force or compel the parents to pay for the fa- discussions still needs to be carried out and it's go- cilities which are not being used. Also, the genuine ing to take some time. financial situation of parents should be considered. All this time we have been moving forward without Q. A series of meeting was held regarding inclu- any concrete policy and now the time has come to Religious heads of Leh district meets L-G Mathur sive education policy for Leh district. Brief us move with proper regulation and plan. Highlights grievances of the people living in containment zone, Chuchot

Reach Ladakh Correspondent for their efforts in the smooth conduct of the evac- uation process of stranded pilgrims, patients, and Leh: Delegation of Ladakh Buddhist Association, students from India and from Iran to Ladakh. Also, Anjuman-e-Imamia, and Anjuman Moin-ul-Islam they expressed gratitude to all the frontline workers met Lieutenant Governor, R.K. Mathur on May 22 and the masses for their cooperation. at Raj Niwas. CAR FOR SALE The delegation highlighted problems and grievanc- R K Mathur thanked them all the religious heads es of the people of Chuchot village who are in con- for their cooperation and good work in this pan- tainment zones. They requested the LG to address Available brand new Jeep Compass, Sports model, Black colour in excel- demic situation. the issues on a priority basis. lent condition. Insured with all documents, scratchless and self driven. All religious heads appreciated UT Administration The car is JK 10 number and driven 7000 plus km. EC Agriculture discusses various agriculture projects

Reach Ladakh Correspondent tive including 300 big Commercial poly-carbonate sheet Green Houses worth ₹ 34 crore on 90% sub- Leh: A review meeting on the ongoing implemen- sidy, Compost and Vermicomposting pits worth ₹ tation and future execution plans of Agriculture 5 crore, 1200 Small Green Houses units worth ₹ projects sanctioned under Special Development 6 crore on 50% subsidy, revival of traditional Rar- Package 2020-21 in Mission Organic Develop- zi and Barzi system in livestock rearing worth ₹ 2 ment Initiative (MODI) scheme and Capex Budget crore project and procurement of seeds was high- 2020-21 of Hill Council, Leh was held on May 29 lighted. at Council Secretariat. EC Agriculture directed officers and filed staff of The meeting was convened by Executive Council- Agriculture dept, Leh to fix criteria, feasibility, and lor for Agriculture, Phunchok Stanzin. Members of other mandatory requirements for the implementa- LAHDC, Leh’s Consultative Committee on Agricul- tion of the mega projects ensuring availability of ture including Councilor Phyang, Punchok Dorjey, water etc. The meeting also fixed criteria for salary and Councillor , Rigzin Lundup with offi- to the Rarzi and Barzi keeping in mind the size of cers of Agriculture Department Leh headed by Chief livestock and months required for rearing. Agriculture Officer, Leh, Tashi Tsetan were present. Contact: 9858394401 Agriculture Department, Leh was asked to procure Importance of agriculture and allied projects sanc- machinery under subsidy component at the earliest. tioned under Mission Organic Development Initia- Reach Ladakh Bulletin Advertisement June 1-15, 2020 | 7

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