J&K govt grants Divisional Status to Ladakh region

Ladakh region has woken up this morning with an accomplishment - cherishing the long pending dream of Divisional Status.

The notification has come just after the PM Mr Narendra Modi visit to Leh on 3rd February. While greeting the audience he said in local language that he brought so many gifts for Ladakhis. However, for technical reasons the notification came on Friday evening.

Divisional status would facilitate this region in a great way to progress.  Routine administrative clearances for Leh and Kargil can be obtained at Divisional headquarters in Leh.

Apart from that, new Division also brings opportunities of



employment of different levels in various departments for the locals.

For almost three decades, Ladakh region is demanding for Union Territory status with Legislation.

Vastly spread Ladakh has two Hill Councils in Leh and Kargil for their Administration. The Divisional Status is considered as a step ahead towards the dream of Union Territory.

The Hill Councils are recently empowered with financial and Administrative powers with an  amendment in the Act. New status would further empower the Administration.