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R EACH VOL. 7 ISSUE 12 PAGES 8 L ADAKH B ULLETIN July 1-15, 2019 In Conversation with Reach Ladakh Expert talk Prof. Deskyong Namgyal 5 Old age home 4

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Stanzin Dasal tice Tashi Rabstan said that the world ob- Satya Pal Malik ,Governor along with Rigzin Samphel, Secretary Tourism, Avny Lavasa, DC serves this day to understand and spread and Sargun Shukla, SSP inaugurating the Sindhu Darshan Festival in Shey. Leh: To voice against the abuse and awareness against the abuse and suffer- suffering faced by the older generation, ing inflicted of some older generations. Reach Ladakh Correspondent world can experience the rich culture of an awareness campaign themed, ‘Age- Subscribe to our You Tube Channel Ladakh. ing with Dignity’ on World elder abuse He informed about the legal rights of the Shey: Inaugurating the Sindhu Darshan awareness day was organised on June 15 senior citizen which protects them from ‘Reach Ladakh’ to get all the latest Festival, Governor Satya Pal Malik said Governor noted that river Sindhu has re- updates from Ladakh and don’t forget at the main market. any abuse and to support and create a to click the notification bell our primary concern is to save rivers main cradle of many civilizations since better atmosphere for them in society. for the future generations on June 28 at time immemorial. Citing a book on Ma- The awareness campaign was organised Sindhu Ghat. haraja Ranjeet Singh, he said that Sind- by the District Legal Services Authority Justice Tashi Rabstan also expressed the hu has also been a reason to avert many in collaboration with Help Age India, need of recreation centres for the elderly He highlighted the importance of rivers wars due to its fierce flow for months to- J&K Art & Cultural Academy Leh and people in Leh. He asked District adminis- throughout the world and their contribu- gether. He added that India got its name Bar Association Leh. tration to open one such centre which will tion to the development of great civili- have a provision of all the facilities such Two reporters required at from Sindhu and our ancient history A walkathon from Leh main gate to the zations. as health care, cafeteria, library, legal Reach Ladakh is rooted in the Indus civilization. He main market was also commenced. He informed that the Sindhu Darshan stressed on the need to repay by honour- service booth for easy accessibility. He Reach Ladakh is seeking application from was first initiated by former Union Min- ing the River. Justice Tashi Rabstan, J&K High Court assured the help from the State Legal Ser- aspirant reporters and journalists. The job ister L.K. Advani with an aim to signify was the chief guest and Saugat Biswas, vice Authority to start and run the project. Governor praised people of Ladakh for is open for all; fresh graduates can also the role of river Sindhu in shaping the Divisional Commissioner, Ladakh Divi- their honesty, hospitality, humbleness “The centre will be a special place for all apply. However, preferences will be given culture of this region. He suggested for sion was the guest of honour. and peaceful nature. He said that there is the elderly people where they can share to applicants with mass communication making this event a 3 to 4 days ‘Sindhu Talking about the importance of the and journalism as their eld of study. Good Mela’ so that people from all over the ...Continues on Page 2 World elder abuse awareness day, Jus- ...Continues on Page 3 writing skills and computer literacy are ma- jor requisite. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest or application and Curriculum Vitae to [email protected] or visit our oce at Reach Ladakh, SkaraYokma, Near Airport. If you have any further query or doubt, call us at 09858394403 RENTAL AND REFILL OF Correction and clarification Medical Oxygen Gas and Industrial Oxygen Gas AIRFARE AT THE BEST PRICE! It is the policy of ‘Reach Ladakh Bul- We offer the best possible payable airfare Hurry! Limited seats, letin’ to correct significant errors as covering both domestic and international grab the best, book now! soon as possible. Please specify the destinations. edition, date, news item or the article. You can contact at 9858394403 or email at [email protected]. All communication must carry the full postal address and telephone numbers.

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Leh celebrates International day for Yoga with zest and zeal One-day training programm on ‘Cyber Law’ held in Leh Avny Lavasa, DC, Leh who was the chief guest at Lamdon school said that yoga is essential to excel in academics and sports as it helps in developing concentration, mental focus and to learn proper body pos- tures to live a fit and healthy life. She urged upon everyone to spare at least half an hour a day to prac- tice yoga or play some sport for a healthy mind and body. Officials from both Leh and Kargil district attending the one-day training programm on ‘Cyber Law’. In District Jail, Jail inmates, CRPF personnel and Jail staff Reach Ladakh Correspondent He said there is a great need to it is apparent to keep a check on equip ourselves with cyber laws the cyber crimes which is bound participated. Leh: As the world is entering and necessary measures to pre- to escalate with time. Therefore, rapidly into an era of digitali- Superintendent Jail Leh stressed vent its misuse, regulate its use, the administrative pillars of Ju- Officials and personnel of Ladakh Scouts practicing Yoga at Ladakh Scout zation, a one-day training pro- Regimental Centre, Gupuks. upon the participant and inmates monitoring its operations, and diciary, Executive, Legislature gramme on ‘Cyber Law’ for the to make Yoga a part of life. He provide proper deterrence to pre- set up must work in tandem for said that exercising with full Judicial Officers, Public Pros- Stanzin Dasal Nehru Yuva Kendra and many vent recurrence of such offences. cyber security which will prove mental and physical conscious ecutors, Prosecuting Officers, other arranged a yoga session. beneficial even after 3-4 decades. Leh: Marking the 5th Internation- will have more benefits of Yoga. Investigating Officers and Advo- As the country is rapidly enter- al day for Yoga, people around Talking about the importance of cates from both Leh and Kargil ing into an era of digitalization, He further added that such kind International day for yoga or Leh town along with other parts Yoga, Ven. Bhikshu Sanghasena district was held on June 20 at everything is put in the cyber- of training will prove highly in- World Yoga day is celebrated be- of the world did yoga with great said, “Yoga and meditation is not DC conference hall. space vis-à-vis communication, formative for Judicial Officers, yond the boundaries with equal banking, schooling, governance, Investigating Officers, and Public enthusiasm on June 21. associated with any religion or The training programme was or- enthusiasm. Yoga is an ancient commerce, storage of data, etc, it Prosecutors in their investigations. belief. It is a need of the hour for ganised by the Jammu & Kash- Different organisation including, physical, mental and spiritual intrinsically provides criminals every human being for holistic mir State Judicial Academy The conference discussed in de- District Jail Leh, Mahabodhi practice that originated in India. with easy access to penetrate and development”. (JKSJA). Justice Tashi Rabstan, tail about Important Salient As- meditation centre, ITBP, Lada- The word 'yoga' derives from commit offences like theft, def- Judge High Court of Jammu and pects of the Indian Cyber Law, kh Scouts, Sports Authority of “I appeal everyone to practice Sanskrit, which means to join or amation, forgery among others Kashmir, who is also the Admin- Information Technology Act, India along with Lamdon Model yoga and meditation for a healthy unite, symbolising the union of from the considerable ease of istrative Judge for Ladakh and 2000; Setting of the Information Senior Secondary School, Leh, and peaceful life”, he added. body and consciousness. one’s home. Member Governing Committee Technology Act and Cyber Of- of State Judicial Academy, inau- “Cybercrime may become a fences including crimes against gurated the programme. threat to country’s security and Women and Children, and con- financial health, issues surround- nected Cyber Law regime; Tech- JK Governor inaugurates ‘Sindhu Darshan Festival’ in Leh The day-long training pro- ing this kind of crime have be- nical Aspects of Cyber Law and gramme saw resource person in- in Leh and Kargil without any discrimination. come high profile and there are Information and Communication ...Continued from Page 1 cluding Advocate Supreme Court problems of privacy, where pri- Technology; and Electronic Ev- of India and Cyber Law Expert Rigzin Samphel, Secretary Tourism, highlighted vate information is lost or inter- idence – Legal Issues and way a great scope to learn such virtues from Ladakh. Dr. Pavan Duggal (through video various initiatives taken for giving a boost to the cepted lawfully or otherwise”, forward. tourism sector in Ladakh. conference), Associate Professor He also expressed his commitment to fulfill the de- Justice Rabstan said. Law Department Jammu Univer- The brainstorming session cleared velopmental aspirations of Ladakh. He assured bal- Avny Lavasa, Deputy Commissioner Leh ex- sity Dr. Savita Nayyar, and Fac- He further added that the Gov- many doubts regarding the afore- anced development of Leh, Kargil and Zanskar and pressed gratitude to Governor for gracing the occa- ulty, Cyber Crimes, Central De- ernment has come up with strin- said topics. said that the Divisional offices will be established sion with his presence. tective Training Institute (CDTI) gent laws of e-activities of Infor- Rajeev Gupta, Director, J&K Chandigarh, Gurcharan Singh, mation and Technology Act 2000 State Judicial Academy high- share their valuable and wide to curb the issue. lighted the objective behind or- knowledge on the subject with Sachin Kumar Vaishya, ADC, ganising the workshop on Cyber the participants. They also shared Leh appreciated JKSJA under Law. special anecdotes from their per- the guidance of Justice Tashi sonal experience in cyber law. R. S. Jasrotia, Principal District Rabstan for conducting this very and Sessions Judge Leh, Ri- Justice Tashi Rabstan spoke informative conference at the yaz-ul Haq Mirza, Principal Dis- about the importance of Cyber right time for the awareness of trict and Sessions Judge, Kargil, Law for the judiciary as the com- the people of Ladakh. Suresh Chib, ASP J&K Police, ing of cyberspace has revolution- He said that as Information Tech- Leh, Spalzes Angmo, Secretary, ized communication networks, nology acts as the catalyst for the District Legal Services Authority with its vulnerability to misuse. developing economy world over, and many others were present. Camp Delight Ullay is situated in Uletokpo, 70 km west of Leh on the Leh – Srinagar Highway. Set amidst the vibrant woodlands and majestic plantations of 4th edition of Tuffman MTB Ladakh Duathlon to be poplar and willow trees, Camp Delight Ullay oers a grand view of snow-clad mountains. With the sweet smell of greenery, fresh mountain air and chirping of birds, Camp Delight Ullay is held on 10th September an ideal place to stay. ther informed that they have organised numerous marathons and cycling races in the past in different parts of the country successfully. Talking about three different categories of races, he said that athletes must be 18 years or older for 63-kilometre cycling and 10 kilometre running, 14 years or older for 50 kilometre cycling and five ki- lometre running, and 10 years or older for 20 kilo- metre cycling and two kilometre running.

Race Start Time Cut O Timing Team briefing the media during the Press Conference in Leh. 63K Cycling & 10K Running 06:00 hrs 6:00 hrs Rinchen Angmo Cbumikchan 50K Cycling & 5K Running 06:00 hrs 4:00 hrs Leh: The fourth world’s highest ‘Duathlon’- cy- 20K Cycling & 2K Running 07:00 hrs 2:30 hrs cling and running races to be held on September 10 in Leh. Tuffman India is organising the event in He further informed that there will be 3 Aid Sta- AMENITIES RESTAURANT collaboration with ‘Spic N Span’ as its hospitality tions along with 1 Medical Station to keep the par- 15 Tents with en-suite facilities We serve authentic cuisine of North-Indian, Ladakhi, Tibetan, partner and co-organiser. The registration for the ticipants well hydrated all the way to and fro. • Swiss cottage tents; waterproof with double Gujarati, Jain, South Indian, Chinese and our best possible same has already been started. layered canvas continental menu. "Bib Collection and Race Briefing will be on 9th • Fully furnished During a press conference, Sanjay Mangla, Di- September at 10:00 to 17:00 hrs at Ratna Hotel • English toilets rector, Tuffman India said, “We are very happy to Ladakh where we’ll talk about the race, routes and • Hot and cold water CAMP DELIGHT ULLAY announce the 4th edition of ‘Tuffman MTB Lada- conditions. We’ll talk about the Race Course, Rules • Camp Fire Uleytokpo. Leh Srinagar Road, Leh Ladakh (India) kh Duathlon’ which is all set to take place on 10th and Regulations, Conditions and a Q/A session," • Warm quilts and blankets in all rooms Mobile: +91-9419307821, 9906090229, 8491947042 September from NDS Memorial Stadium Leh.” he said. • Power backup Email: [email protected] | [email protected] • Hot water bottle for the elderly www.campdelightullay.com He said that this time they are looking forward to The participants are advised to either bring their • Room service local participants as well and expecting over 400- own bike or rent out good quality bikes from Leh 500 participants from all over the world. He fur- market. Reach Ladakh Bulletin July 1-15, 2019 | 3

Commissioner Secretary, J&K Tourism, visits Biama village Merchant Association, Leh, raises garbage Rigzin Samphel said that the ‘Back to village’ pro- gramme aims to reach grass root governance for speedy development and planning process. management and water supply issues He took stock of various ongoing developmental Reach Ladakh Correspondent projects in Biama village and interacted with the Pan- Leh: To address the demands chayat members and villagers. The concerned HODs and grievances of Merchant were directed to complete all the pending works in- Association, Leh, Avny Lavasa cluding road connectivity, drinking water facility, elec- convened a meeting with Mer- trification and filling up of vacant posts of teachers at chant Association, Leh on June Rigzin Samphel, Commissioner Secretary, J&K Tourism the earliest. 15 in the main market, Leh. in Biama. He further assured to solve their grievances at the Avny Lavasa stressed on the Reach Ladakh Correspondent earliest possible. Later, he also inspected school need to ensure all basic ameni- Biama: Under ‘Back to village’ programme, Gram hostel, classrooms and medical sub-centre. ties specially garbage manage- Sabha of Biama village was held under the chair- Tool kits from Horticulture Department and Coni- ment and water supply in the manship of Rigzin Samphel, Commissioner Secre- fer plants from Forest Department were also dis- market. She urged upon public tary, J&K Tourism on June 25. tributed among the farmers of Biama. and all concern stakeholders for their cooperation and contribu- tion in keeping Leh clean and well managed. She said that it State Govt. employees demand 10% SDA and is the responsibility of every stakeholder to maintain the Leh market in a well managed and promotion in reservation systematic manner. Officials of district administration, Leh attending the meeting regarding gar- bage management and water supply issues. Reach Ladakh Correspondent She asked the owners of restau- Leh: All the government employees including the rants and hotels functional in tion centre with the installation fee as compared to other parts HODs of Leh district went on complete pen-down Leh market for proper segrega- of stalls of handicraft, handloom of the state. They also raised the strike in protest of non-fulfilment of their long tion of wet and dry waste to help and other local products. need to organise public events the administration in its proper and gathering in the MC Park pending demands on June 26. She gave on spot instruction to disposal. Also, she appealed rather than at the doorway of the A rally demanding 10% Special Duty Allowance officers of LDA and MC, Leh to residents of Leh town for judi- Leh market posing problem to (SDA) and restoration of Reservation in promotion develop the park at the earliest cious use of drinking water and visitors and shopkeepers. Their was organised by State Govt. Employees Associ- possible. She also told about the systematic use of drainage and issues also include the need for ation Leh. They also demanded the release of the space adjacent to J&K Bank to sewerage system. the concerned Department to salary of teachers under RMSA, SSA and RET of be developed as Public Park cum Government employees on complete pen-down strike in check the wholesale rates of The concerned officer were tourist attraction centre with the Leh district which is withheld since March 2019. protest at Pologround food items, beverages etc and the asked to clear the sewerage installation of stalls of handi- Thousands of Govt. employees participated in the huge loss caused to local busi- resulted in their reluctant to work which has gross- blockage causing a foul smell in craft, handloom and other local rally which started from NAC Eco-Park Leh and ness due to army sales counter ly affected all the important sectors like education, the market within the next few products. culminated at Polo-ground, Leh. at Hall of Fame and Amazon De- days. health and development. P. Wangyal, President Merchant livery Centre at Leh. Tashi Chosphel, President, AGEA, Leh said that The Executives of the Employees Union threatened Avny informed the plan for Association, Leh apprised DC of the demand of 10% SDA to the Govt. employees Dr. Ishey Namgyal, President, for more strikes if the Govt. fails to respond to their formulating a long term devel- their problems and issues regard- working in Ladakh is genuine considering area Municipal Committee also spoke genuine demand. opment policy based on educa- ing Leh beautification and clean- specific hardships including inhospitable climatic on the occasion. He appealed The Central Government employees working in tional activity to ensure a secure liness of Leh main market. condition, inadequate healthcare facility, and high the shopkeepers and residents Ladakh have been granted 12.5% SDA since 2006 future of Leh town with priority cost of living. They complaint about the un- of Leh town to sensibly use the on water and waste management. under Sixth Pay Commission while the State Govt. managed drainage system in the dustbins, drainage and sewerage The speakers highlighted that the consequences of has kept its employees of Ladakh Division de- She said for all the public gather- market, uncontrolled presence of system and to extend their full pity allowance for employees working in Ladakh prived of this benefit. ing, social and other events, MC stray dogs, donkeys, cows and cooperation to MC in keeping Park situated opposite Balkhang poops all around the market, in- the town neat and clean. Chowk will be used instead of sufficient/irregular water supply Moses Kunzang, ADDC, Leh, the main market. Also, she talk- in some parts of market, need Executive Officer, MC Leh, MC Back to village’ programme ends successfully in Leh ed about the space adjacent to for extra dustbins and proper Wards and concern engineers J&K Bank to be developed as collection of garbage from the As per the guidelines, every officer conducted pub- were also present on the occasion. lic interaction, gave a patient hearing to the prob- Public Park cum tourist attrac- market and high trade license lems and grievances of the village people, visited various government institutes including health cen- tre, anganwadi centre, CA&PD stores, government schools and took stock of the ongoing government works/ projects. The participation of state-level officers further add- ed to the effectiveness of this thereby building ac- Reach Ladakh Correspondent countability and strengthening the connection with people at grassroot level. Leh: Covering the remaining last 9 panchayat halqas of Leh district, ‘Back to village’ programme The week-long programme offered a first of its successfully concluded on June 27. kind platform to have a direct connection between officers and the rural population at the grass root Avny Lavasa, DC played a crucial role in the suc- level with the objective to strengthen governance cessful conduct of Back to village programme by at the rural level. personally monitoring the events organised in dif- ferent Panchayat halqas and maintaining constant Huge number of people participated in every Pan- communication with the district officers deployed chayat halqas paving its way towards a fruitful re- to visit respective PHs. sult.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day observed in Leh He said, “It is an irony that the parents who sacri- ...Continued from Page 1 ficed their lives to raise us and make a better per- their feelings and interact with each other," he added. son is treated as an economic burden by the same Saugat Biswas, Divisional Commissioner, Lada- children in times of giving back the same comfort, kh Division said, “We all should change our be- love, and respect. We all should understand our re- haviour, thoughts and beliefs to grow above me and sponsibility towards our parents so they can live myself and give dignity to each and everybody”. with dignity and honour.” Talking about the roles of Help Age India, Dr. Rohit R.S. Jasrotia, Principal District and Session Judge Kumar said that the organisation is working on the Leh, Spalzes Angmo, Secretary District Legal Ser- three core issues namely, isolation, poverty and ne- vice Authority, Leh, Padmashree awardee Morup glect which is being faced by the elderly people in Namgyal, Mohd Shafi Lasu, President Bar Asso- India. Elderly people are facing isolation because ciation, Sonam Sopari, Ravia Bano, Representative of the generation gap created by us, migration of of All Ladakh Women Association and Thinles the young people in search of job and education Norbu, Representative All Ladakh Student Associ- and trend of nuclear family system. ation, Leh also spoke on the occasion. 4 | July 1-15, 2019 Fortnightly Special Reach Ladakh Bulletin

nario, the idea of joint family is taken over by the nuclear family sys- When I first joined the organisation I felt that there won’t be such EXPERT TALK tem. The age-old culture and tradition are gradually fading away. elderly cases in Ladakh but after field visits, I found that the situa- tion is completely different. Till now we have come across 40 to 50 It is very unfortunate to have an old age home but with the changing lonely elders cases in which many are struggling for their livelihood time, I personally feel that the idea of a recreation centre for the senior and most of them have health issues. In a weekly rotation, we visit Old age home citizen is good. On June 15, an awareness campaign themed, ‘Age- villages along with doctors who conduct a health check-up and pro- ing with Dignity’ on World elder abuse awareness day was organised By Stanzin Dasal vide medicines. during which Justice Tashi Rabstan, J&K High Court expressed the Spalzes Angmo, Secretary, District Legal Ser- need for a recreation center for the elderly people in Leh. The centre The growing change mainly the tourism industry has involved ev- vice Authority, Leh: In the year 2014, J&K will have a provision of all the facilities such as health care, cafeteria, eryone so much that everyone gets too busy that no one has time for Government enacted J&K Maintenance and library, legal service booth for easy accessibility. The project will start anyone. A person when turns above 60 age, needs special attention Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizen Act to by the District Legal Service Authority in collaboration with District it’s not just about providing the basic necessitates but understanding provide a safe environment to senior citizens. administration. their emotional feeling. We have come across many elderly in vil- The Act provides a comprehensive legal frame- lages who are longing to see and spend time with their children and Maximum of the people are busy working and in such cases, the recreation work for the elderly care system in the state grandchildren. The migration of young people in the town in search centre will be a second home to the elderly where they can come and share including the establishment of Old Age Homes of job, education and better facilities has left the old people alone in their feelings and experiences with others of the same age. This will also, and Senior Citizens Welfare Fund. It also provides constitution of a village. Such cases are increasing every year and we see old aged ensure security because keeping elders at home alone is also risky. Maintenance Tribunal, Appellate Tribunal, State Advisory Council people going under depression and loneliness. and Conciliation Officers to address the issues of senior citizens. Senior citizen is facing a crisis and it becomes our responsibility to Secondly, we come across people who feel uncomfortable to ask look into the issue, understand and avoid it. The increasing trend of the nuclear family system, working children, money from their children. We are living in a time where many busy life often let the old people left behind ignored and neglected. Solutions: parents are seen as a burden or a liability. We have cases, where Old aged people are more vulnerable to the growing change and de- • Awareness for everyone is must especially from the very young age. a mother is abandoned by his own son. Besides, many cases go velopment and such law has become a need of the hour to ensure • People need to limit their expectations. unreported. equal rights and safe environment for them. • The generation gap needs to be bridged. Getting old is a part of life and we need to understand it. When • The system of joint family needs to be revived. In our society, people are reluctant to come forward and seek legal people get old they find happiness even in small things. All they help. There are issues faced by the senior citizens but hardly anyone need is warmth, companionship, and happiness which become more comes up with it. Reason being, the close-knit society we are living important than food and clothes. in where people know each other because of which many chose not Mohd. Ali Abassi, Project Director, HelpAge to speak out. People still have a misconception that such cases are India: HelpAge India works for the cause and Future plans care of the disadvantaged older persons and to not prevalent in our society but the facts can’t be changed. We are planning to build an old age home in Ladakh to provide improve their quality of life enabling them to live all the needed facilities. It is very unfortunate that even in Ladakh District Legal Service Authority is extensively carrying out an aware- with dignity and lead an active healthy life. ness program to educate people about legal help and provisions. In which is known for cultural values and tradition is in need of old age genuine and needy case, a lawyer is also provided without any fees to India’s elder population is 110 million out of home. We already have two old age homes in Ladakh run by Ma- the senior citizens who want to file a case. Also, under the Alternative which 55 million sleeps hungry, 12 million going habodhi and SOS and nearly 100 are staying in it. Now it seems that Dispute Resolution (ADR) method, pre-litigation is filed after which blind without treatment, 90% must work to sur- the tradition of respecting elders is eroding away with time. vive, No pension, PF, gratuity and medical coverage. both the parties are called upon to share their part of the stories in the We are also planning to carry out awareness campaign themed court. Such cases are resolved in the Lok Adalat and if the children The main problems faced by the elderly in India are: ‘Bridging the Gap’ in different schools on the importance of spend- are found guilty the court orders to provide all the care and mainte- ing time with grandparents. Also, there is a need for elderly associ- nance. If failed to do so, the court can issue arrest warrant also. 90% elders are from the unorganized sector,20 million destitute Poverty ation in every village which will work for the welfare of each other. widows and just 10% have a pension or nancial support Senior citizens in need of such help can come to the District Le- This will give a common platform to share their feelings, idea, and gal Service Authority office and register their complaint. Also, if the Lack of Healthcare 25% can’t access or aord healthcare thoughts. If any member of the association faces a problem with his / her family members the others can go and talk to them. person is unable to come then in such exceptional cases a Paralegal 11% live alone (By 2025, 25% of 60+ & 40% of 75+ will live alone) volunteers meet the person at their place. Isolation & Neglect 12% feel no-one cares they exist, 13% feel trapped within their Solutions: own homes, 21% feel alone, no social circle/support Earlier, in the past, many parents prefer to stay separately but the • Spending quality time with the elderly people care, protection, and love remain the same though living apart. Violence (42.2%), murder (35.5%), robbery (13.3%) Abuse, • Awareness among children about moral values is important Crime & Abuse Things have changed now with the development and changing sce- harassment, abandonment – by own children • A strong family bonding is necessary. Cultural museum inaugurated at Lonpo Khang, Henasku Reach Ladakh Correspondent alternative livelihood opportunities for grass- roots communities through eco-tourism ini- Henasku: A cultural museum in the historic tiatives. Lonpo Khang (house) was inaugurated by Haji Anayat Ali, Chairman J&K Legislative Haji Anayat Ali congratulated the team of Council on June 19 at Zbayul (the Hidden Roots Ladakh for their Project Zbayul and Village) Hinasku, Kargil. other projects like Hundarman Brok, Project Brown Bear which helps in promoting tour- Appreciation lets us enjoy the good things of life The museum was opened during the conclud- ism in the district. ing function of 10 day-long design workshop Appreciation, sadly, is not appreciated these conducted by Roots Ladakh, a for-profit social He said that the museum is now a permanent days. We have become an egoistic society, and we find faults in others’ achievements as well. enterprise based in Kargil and Little Local, a Haji Anayat Ali, Chairman J&K Legislative Coun- cultural asset for the community, which will travel company based in Mumbai, in collabo- cil inaugrating the Cultural museum. serve as a unique cultural experience for trav- We have lost our sense of seeing and celebrat- ration with CEPT University, Ahmedabad, as elers.He urged the team to do such work in ing the good things of life. And, at times, we part of their Summer Winter School 2019. through their research work. other historical places also so that the indus- take pleasure in criticising others’ good deeds. try of tourism can be boosted for a healthy Around 35 students from across India lived This workshop was part of a long term, in- It is high time we looked within and find out living of the society. in Henasku village for a week and document- tegrated community development initiative what has gone wrong with us and why? known as “Project Zbayul” by Roots Ladakh ed the life, history and culture of the place. Also, he assured speedy completion of macada- Appreciating others, as well as ourselves, is the basic thing that con- and Little Local. The aim is to preserve the The workshop also engaged local volunteers misation of the link road which was a long-stand- tributes to peace and harmony. It is a sign of positive energy used lesser known heritage of Ladakh and create and support teams who helped the students ing demand of the people of Henasku. for the right cause. As a result, it leads to the growth of collective responsibility. American author Alan Cohen says, “Appreciation is the greatest Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre launches J&K 1st Pyramid meditation hall form of prayer, for it acknowledges the presence of good wherever you shine the light of your thankful thoughts.” Reach Ladakh Correspondent for his tireless work and selfless nature benefiting humankind in Appreciation of a good thing around you can be expressed in many ways. Choglamsar: A Pyramid Medi- general and the people of Ladakh One way is the simple expression of saying ‘thank you.” And, another tation Hall ‘Shangri-La Pyramid in particular. way is to do the same good thing by you too and let others benefit from Meditation Temple’ was inaugu- your work. Of course, you also have the way to respect and honour all rated by Brahmarshi Pitamaha Talking about the Shangri-La those who are great doers for the well-being of the society. One should Patriji, Founder, Worldwide Pyr- Pyramid Meditation Temple, never be happy and satisfied and keep quite when someone does a won- amid Spiritual Societies Move- Bhikkhu Sanghasena said that derful job. One must express one’s joy at others’ achievements; only then ment and Bhikkhu Sanghasena it will open more ways to serve one gets inspired to do similar things, thereby resulting in many good on June 21 at Mahabodhi Inter- people affirming the message of things happening simultaneously or one after the other. national Meditation Centre. MIMC-meditation in action. And, as Voltaire had said, “appreciation is a wonderful thing: It Gyal P Wangyal, Deputy Chair- Launch of the J&K 1st Pyramid meditation hall at Mahabodhi. “People from all walks of life makes us feel what is excellent in others belong to us as well.”That man, Hill Council, Leh and Maj. and any part of the world can ally through Pyramid Spiritual to serve humanity. is to say, appreciation can make you reach a level of perfection in Gen. Yash Mor SM, GOC Leh- Societies Movement, Mahabodhi practice meditation here and we A MoU between Mahabodhi In- human development that you consider everybody around you as your Sub area were the guests of hon- conferred the Global Peace assure that this pyramid medi- ternational Meditation Centre own kind and beneficial. You have turned so positive that nothing but our. Award to Brahmarshi Patriji. tation hall will be brought to its and Pyramid Spiritual Societies thelight of appreciation shines on you! DLN Shastri and Nunna Subrha- optimum usage”, he added. Recognising the sincere and out- Movement was also signed. maya Kishore were awarded with standing contribution in promot- Besides that many scholars and Courtesy: WongWorld Lifetime Achievement Awards Brahmarshi Patriji expressed his ing Maha-Karuna, Vegetarianism guest spoke on the ocassion. The author is a New Delhi-based Editor-at-large, columnist and pro- for their outstanding contribution gratitude to Bhikkhu Sanghasena and Science of Meditation glob- fessional speaker Reach Ladakh Bulletin Fortnightly Special July 1-15, 2019 | 5

In Conversation with Prof. Deskyong Namgyal, Principal, EJM College, Leh Interviewed by Rinchen Angmo Chumikhan

Q. Congratulations. Recently, Eliezer Jolden Memorial College, Leh, was accredited needs counseling and orientation. If they don’t get all these things, then their future is bleak. with NAAC B grade. What are the advantages of it? The funding for Leh Degree College is very limited. The plan Capex Budget is Rs 14.5 NAAC accreditation is a basic requirement to avail MHRD and UGC Fund. This is for the lac annually which is a very meagre amount. Due to limited funding, we cannot do many first time that in the last 25 years our college has been accredited with National Assessment things. In the last financial year, we didn’t have a penny even to buy books, and we have and Accreditation Council (NAAC) accreditation. In terms of funding, there are lots of a very limited collection of books. Now, due to NAAC accreditation, we do not have advantages. If in case we sent a project proposal, we could get funding from them. to depend on one department for the funding, as we can look for other places for funds. So far our college has been run with very meagre finances. Until a few years ago, we used Q. Now the examination has been delinked from Kashmir University. Has it solved to get UGC funding of around Rs 20 lakh, and at that time NAAC accreditation require- the numerous challenges faced by our students? ment was not there. We got this funding only for one time. After that, they have made The college is still affiliated with Kashmir University but the examination has NAAC accreditation mandatory and the fund inflow was stopped in 2011-12. been delinked. Now, they have set up an examination sub-centre in both the Secondly, the teachers can avail of Faculty Improvement Programme which districts of Leh and Kargil. The question papers of the semester examina- is to provide an opportunity to the teachers of the Universities and Col- tions are also different. leges to pursue their academic/research activities leading to the award of From March next year, the new academic session will start, and the M.Phil./Ph.D. degrees. students who will take admission in Ladakh in all the five colleges, Thirdly, having NAAC accreditation itself is a status symbol. In 2019, their affiliation will not be with Kashmir University, but with the La- NAAC ranking, the highest grade in J&K is B +. Only Government dakh University. In a phased manner, old colleges will be delinked College for Women, Cluster University MA Road got B+ grade and with KU. Now the problem of the students like delay in examina- after that immediately is the B grade which we got. It is very encour- tion and degrees is partially solved, not fully. aging not only for the college but for the people of Ladakh as well. Q. What is the present enrolment rate and what are the courses Like I have said earlier, there will be more inflow of funding, not available? Any plan to introduce new courses? only for construction but for organising different kinds of workshops At present, we have around 1,300 students enrolled in our college, out and activities too. We can provide additional classes for students, we of which 75% are female and 25% are male. We are providing courses can buy books for the library and many other things. Earlier also, we Message to the readers in three streams but with limitations. Now with the cluster university, I organised workshops but that was with a limited funding. But now see a ray of hope to improve higher education. Earlier, the courses were with this, teachers will also get an honorarium to conduct workshops. Parents should keep an eye on their children when they enter designed by the Kashmir University as per their choice and they im- I hope now teachers will put in more effort. “higher education and should not neglect them. Many parents let posed those courses on us. But now we can design our own courses. The

Having NAAC accreditation doesn’t mean that funds will flow auto- them be free without any check. Atleast check whether they are going decision on courses will be designed by the cluster university. Definitely,

matically, we have to put in efforts and send project proposals as per to college or not, what is their behavior, etc. Monitoring your child is many new courses will be introduced with the start of Cluster University. requirement, and then it could be approved and sanctioned. “ worth the e ort. And for the students, whatever your aim is, stay fo- Q. Congratulations! You have been appointed as Controller of Q. How important is it to prioritise the education sector because cused. Many students take it very lightly. This approach will not work Examination of the University of Ladakh. And you had the op- the issue of lack of funds has always been there? What is the annual portunity to teach in many colleges of the state. How has the jour- Hill Council budget for higher education (for degree college, Leh)? in this competitive world. ney been? No doubt, it is very important to prioritise higher education. All in all, To be very honest, the journey has been very satisfying and happy. education is something that simply has to be a priority over everything So far, I have taught in 5-6 colleges of the state. My main goal was different from the old concept and should be skill-based. else. The role of school education is to make the base of the students always to be in this field. and to teach them with morality lectures. The work of higher educa- Presently, we have half skill-based courses that are academic- oriented As the Controller of Examination of the University of Ladakh, my tion is to guide them and show them proper direction for the future. where there is no practical hand. It’s more of a theoretical nature. To priority will be to solve the issues related to students and then to in- But, here we are still running with the old concepts like going strictly provide them with skill-based courses, we have to show them practi- troduce new courses. by syllabus, and having to complete it; and exams are conducted, no cally; but due to limited funding, we are not able to provide them with matter the result. It should not be like this. the learning materials. Many university posts have been created, be it Registrar, Vice-Chan- cellor, Controller of Examination, and many more will be created. Infact, in higher education, class teachings should stop; we have to We need to understand that when we talk about higher education we There will be more job opportunities. Secondly, the examination sys- provide all the materials to the students. Monologue lectures do not should not simply think about education but there are many aspects to tem will be smooth without any problem. Thirdly, we can design our have any role in higher education. Their development should be holis- it. The students who get into higher education are of the age group that own courses according to UGC norms. tic and we have to prepare them for the future. Our approach should be Conference on ‘Celebrating Diversity in the Muslim World’ held in Delhi Abdul Ghani Sheikh beauty and it is a desirable concept. Diversity is found in everything including plants. We should A conference themed, ‘Celebrating diversity in the seek unity in diversity. One can see the scenario Muslim World’ was held on June 15 at India Inter- of unity in diversity on the eve of Haj and during national Centre, New Delhi. the pilgrimage of shrines of Ajmer Sharif and Ni- Inspired, encouraged and sponsored by His Holi- zam-ud Din Aulia. ness Dalai Lama, the conference was organised Bohra Scholar Abdul Qadir Nooruddin said, “The and arranged by Anjuman Moin-ul-Islam and An- fundamental teachings of all religion are same, we juman-Imamia, Leh. should seek common grounds and share common His Holiness Dalai Lama was the chief guest and values.” Dr. Mohammad Hamid Ansari, Former Vice Presi- Shia scholar and a senior member of the All India mus- dent of India participated as a guest of honour. lim personnel law board Maulana Kalbi Jawad Naqvi Some leading scholars and leaders of Sunni, Shia said, “The present-day majority of Muslims are not and Bohra Muslim communities participated in true followers of Islam. God has created human beings the one day conference and spoke on the occasion. to serve mankind and to maintain peace in the world Besides, Tsewang Thinles President, Ladakh Bud- but we indulge in bloodshed and wrong doings.” dhist Association, Rinchen Angmo, President LBA Maulana Mahmood Madani, Former MP and lead- Women wing and Deachen Chamga, President His Holiness the Dalai Lama and other prominient leaders and representatives of Muslim communities at 'Celebrating Di- er of the Jamiat Ulama i Hind highlighted sufi tradi- Christian community also took part. versity in the Muslim World' conference in Delhi. tions of Islam. He said, “Islam was introduced and propagated in India by Sufi saints, not rulers and The conference started with the recitation of verses Laying emphasis on Shia and Sunni Muslims, Dalai In the context of diversity, Dalai Lama said, “There gave the message of universal brotherhood. Stating from the Quran followed with English translation by Lama said, “Remain united and manifest your unity are differences among various Buddhist sects also his visit to Ladakh, he praised Ladakhis for their Hafiz Ghulam Mohammad, Imam, Jama Masjid Leh. to the world”. but the difference should not cause fear, hatred and simplicity, sincerity and beauty of the land. hostility. Tolerance and compromise are essential Addressing the audience, His Holiness Dalia Lama He expressed satisfaction that Shia and Sunni Mus- and best option. We are natural animals and happi- Dr. Mohammad Hussain Mukhtari, Iranian scholar urged to cultivate love and compassion, both of lim live harmoniously in Ladakh and did not see ness is a key factor for our survival. Everyone wants and Vice-chancellor said,” It is mandatory on Mus- which gives true meaning to life. He said, ‘Seven any rift between them during his visits in Ladakh. happiness. Love and compassion are prerequisites lims to maintain peace and forge unity among all billion people living on the planet prefers different His Holiness expressed his desire to convey the for happiness. I am a Buddhist I love all mankind people irrespective of religion and recognize the religion, speak different languages and practice di- message of love and goodwill to the Islamic world. verse culture and traditions. Our planet is facing irrespective of caste creed and religion”. faith of the followers of all religions.” acute problems and we should be concerned as we Dalai Lama described the current situation in Syr- Dalai Lama underlined the importance of education He added that the diversity is a fact and it is imper- all are responsible. Most of the problems are the ia, Yemen and Afghanistan as unfortunate, where based on moral values for children from the nursery ative to accept the diversity. Muslims are killing their own brothers violating the creation of us. Human being has been blessed with level. a wonderful brain but it has been misused occasion- teachings of Islam. Many children are losing their Earlier welcoming the chief guest and others, Dr. ally. Man has made horrible weapons, which have lives and immensely suffer from starvation, miser- Former Vice president, Dr. Mohd. Hamid Ansari created disaster in this world.” ies and for want of medication. stressed on unity. He said, “Diversity has its own ...Continues on Page 6 6 | July 1-15, 2019 Fortnightly News Reach Ladakh Bulletin

Kargil bags silver and bronze medals in SAI Administration carries out ‘Back to Village’ Korea Ambassador Cup 2019 programme in 16 blocks of Leh district represented Sports Association of India RC Chandigarh in the tournament. Gulzar Hussain Munshi, Presi- dent, Kargil Taekwondo Associ- ation expressed gratitude to the Government for opening SAI Special Area Game Center in Kargil. He congratulated Tae- kwondo Coach Mohammad Ali who has put his efforts to bring the standard of the player’s up to such level. Winners of SAI Korea Ambassador’s Cup Taekwondo Championship 2019. Reach Ladakh Correspondent certificates, Rural Backward cer- 20 and Government Officers Gulzar Hussain Munshi request- tificates, Soil cards, KCC loan have reached in all the 95 Pan- Reach Ladakh Correspondent Ambassador’s Cup Taekwondo ed the Government to provide Leh: Different programmes un- Championship 2019 held from cards, etc. chayat Halqas of Leh. New Delhi: Taekwondo stu- all facilities at the center for the der the ‘Back to Village’ project June 7 to 10 at IGI stadium. dents of SAI SAG Kargil bagged players and increase the intake was carried out in 16 blocks of Highlighting the essence of Back Meanwhile, Mohd. Taqi, SDM 2 silver and 4 bronze medals in 6 boys and 4 girls of Sports As- capacity so that more young tal- Leh district on June 23 under to Village project, Avny Lavasa Nyoma also launched the B2V 2nd All India Inter SAI Korea sociation of India SAG Kargil ented player gets benefited. the supervision of Avny Lavasa, instructed the visiting Govern- programme in Nyoma Subdivi- DC, Leh. ment officers to carry out the sion bordering with China, by programme in their respective introducing PRIs and Line De- The programmes include Gram Panchayat Halqas promptly. partment. Scheduled Tribe cer- Sabha, public interactions, the tificates, Rural Backward certif- 3-day workshop on 'Happiness Curriculum' held in Kargil constitution of Social Audit She urged upon the officers and icates, and KCC loan cards were Reach Ladakh Correspondent Committees, interaction with Panchayat members to ensure distributed. social organisations, respectable maximum people’s participation Kargil:A three-day workshop on 'Happiness Cur- citizens, visits of health centers, in the programme so that future SDM along with the Sarpanch- riculum' was conducted in which 46 teachers from educational institutions, Angan- developmental initiatives are es and other concerned officials dif-ferent educational zones participated. The work- wadi centers, field inspections taken on the feedback and coop- inspected and assessed the func- shop started from June 24 at Conference Hall, Baroo. of Languishing projects, MGN- eration of the people thus ensur- tioning of MGNREGA works, Feroz Ahmed Khan, CEC Kargil said that concrete REGA works, water reservoirs, ing a decent standard of living to water reservoir of PHE, Primary measures are being taken up including the Happi- CA&PD stores, Public Health the people. Health Centre, educational insti- ness Curriculum workshop to achieve the targeted Engineering schemes, road tutions and Anganwadi Centre in schools has gone up.He also appreciated the efforts The ‘Back to Village’ pro- goals. He informed that Hill Council, Kargil will projects, Panchayat Ghar and the village. of District Resource Unit (DRU) in this regard. gramme has been started on June also sign a MoU with the Delhi Government in near distribution of Schedule Tribe future to carry out similar training and exposure ex- The members of the Happiness Curriculum team change programmes for teachers and students. from Delhi Government briefed the key aspects of the Happiness Curriculum. Considering the success of Happiness Curriculum Conference on ‘Celebrating Diversity in the Muslim Model of teaching and learning in Government Baseer ul Haq Choudhary, DC Kargil expressed schools of Delhi, he also added that Hill Council, optimism that the informative sessions during the Kargil is committed to introduce such model in the workshop will go a long way in imbibing the nec- World’ held in Delhi schools of Kargil district. essary skills and positive attitude among the teach- ers towards their job. ...Continued from page 5 Feroz Ahmed said that with the involvement of Abdul Qayum, President, Anju- community and efforts of the Hill Council and Dis- He urged the teachers to exude wholehearted en- man Moin-ul-Islam said, “The trict Administration, the standard of education in thusiasm and interest in the training sessions. idea of convening this confer- ence on celebrating diversity in the Muslim world is suggested, encouraged and monitored by the HH the Dalai Lama its intents are to make conscious people on the importance of harmony and to strengthen inter-community and intra -community harmony On this occasion, Siddiq Wahid, selves in Ladakh and to initiate and unity. Former VC of Islamia University a dialogue on the importance of Ashraf Ali Barcha, President An- Awantipora, Kashmir said, “The recognizing it amongst Muslims juman Imamia, Leh said, “The Muslims of Ladakh are a minis- in our state and the country.” cule ethnic, cultural and linguis- conference is intended as a small In the second session, Farah tic group in the demographic CIRCLE OFFICE, GUPTA TOWER RAIL HEAD COMPLEX JAMMU(J&K) step in swimming against the Naqvi, feminist writer and ac- reen of the Muslims of India and trend of divergence of present tivist, Seema Mustafa , a senior the world. And from our perch (GAD-SECTION) Ph-No-01912470333 e mail Address: [email protected] troubled times. We have to cul- journalist and the chief editor in Ladakh, our internal quarrel tivate harmony among ourselves of The Citizen, Dr, Ali Khan seems minor in comparison to first. 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