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Hindustan Times
12-08-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Mission Indus clean-up launched in Leh
In a landmark step towards preserving the lifeline of Ladakh, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh, under the leadership its chairman and CEC advocate Tashi Gyalson on Tuesday launched the Singe Tsangspo Tsangde Lasgul – Mission Indus Clean-Up at Sindhu Ghat. Armed forces personnel cleaning up Indus river in Leh on Tuesday. (HT Photo) He was joined by the chief secretary Dr Pawan Kotwal, executive councillors Ghulam Mehdi, Tashi Namgyal Yakzee, and Stanzin Chosphel, alongside deputy commissioner Leh, Romil Singh Donk, Col AK Upadhayaya, Adm Comdt, station headquarters, Leh, and DIG KS Kas, ITBP, marking a rare moment of united resolve for Ladakh's environment. The event brought together a gathering of councillors, including Thiksay councillor, Stanzin Chosfail, and nominated Sanga councillor Konchok Tsepal, heads of religious and social organisations, presidents of trade and tourism bodies, senior officers from armed forces, paramilitary, and civil administration. The event began with a solemn pledge in both English and Bhoti, emphasising the collective duty to safeguard the Indus River. In his address, DC Romil Singh Donk called the Indus 'the soul of India', reminding the gathering of its role in nourishing civilisation for thousands of years. 'This is our payback time and our responsibility is to keep it clean. This must be an everyday mission, not a one-day event,' he urged. Army representative Col AK Upadhayaya reflected on the five elements of ancient Indian wisdom, of which water is one, and called for sustained action. DIG KS Kas of ITBP echoed the same sentiment. Chief secretary spoke about the profound legacy of the Indus Valley Civilisation, highlighting how the name 'India' itself is derived from the ancient Sindhu (Indus) River. He emphasized the sacredness of the river and its vital place in our history and culture. Dr. Kotwal also drew attention to pressing issues such as poultry waste management, stressing the need for careful handling to protect the river's health. He congratulated the CEC for initiating this visionary mission and urged everyone to maintain strong momentum in this important effort. The launch also featured the inauguration of garbage collection vehicles donated under the CSR initiatives of CII Foundation and HDFC Bank Parivartan, and a thought-provoking skit by students of the University of Ladakh highlighting the dangers of indiscriminate waste dumping. In his keynote address, CEC Tashi Gyalson stressed that the mission's success depends on both individual responsibility and collective effort. 'We remain open to thoughtful suggestions that will strengthen this initiative. However, it is important to approach these efforts with respect and a constructive spirit, as this mission is a foundation on which we will build further progress,' he said, while extending special thanks to the ITBP for their dedicated involvement. Urging urgency, the CEC called on everyone to honour the pledge made today. He concluded with a firm appeal for unity and cooperation, confident that with shared determination, restoring the Indus is well within reach. Following the ceremonial launch, dignitaries and participants moved to the riverbanks to lead the cleaning efforts. As part of the campaign, similar cleanliness drives will be organised simultaneously in every Subdivision of Leh district under the leadership of the respective SDMs and Goba, ensuring that the spirit of Singe Tsangspo Tsangde Lasgul resonates at the grassroots level.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Jacket made from Siachen waste, drive to clean Indus — Army goes green
Jacket made from Siachen waste, drive to clean Indus SRINAGAR: The Indian army gifted a jacket made from recycled waste collected in the Siachen glacier region to Tashi Gyalson, the chief executive councillor (CEC) of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) in Leh earlier last week. The move is part of army's green initiative focused on 'innovative waste management and repurposing discarded materials from Siachen'. The CEC also informed Lt Gen Hitesh Bhalla, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 14 Corps of a drive to clean the Indus river and its tributaries. On June 19, alarmed by the presence of arsenic in the river, LAHDC-Leh announced a community-driven cleanliness campaign involving the army, paramilitary forces, ITBP, Border Roads Organisation, and local stakeholders. Gyalson said there was a need to explore partnerships to support self-help groups and promote alternative livelihoods for local communities. The two officers also discussed the potential use of poultry waste including hen feathers from local slaughterhouses to develop marketable products.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Arsenic, plastic in Indus: Ladakh launches army-civilian cleaning drive
Denny generated AI image SRINAGAR: Alarmed by the unhealthy level of arsenic in the Indus waters, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) on Thursday decided to launch a large-scale community-driven cleanliness campaign involving Army, ITBP, BRO, local bodies, and the public. Recent water tests have revealed that the arsenic levels in the Indus waters are more than that found in treated sewage plants. Calling the findings 'deeply concerning and unacceptable,' LAHDC chairman Tashi Gyalson directed the Leh additional DC to form flying squads at the sub-divisional level to identify vulnerable stretches and prevent garbage dumping and the discharge of untreated sewage into the river. A district-level committee will monitor progress, oversee interventions, and formulate future strategies. Gyalson said, 'And more than that (arsenic), plastic dumping in the river has aggravated the pollution problem. We will not allow the river to become a dumping ground. This river is not just a waterbody. It is sacred, worshipped, and essential to life here.' He chaired a meeting attended by senior officials from civil administration, army, and ITBP, calling for an urgent coordinated action involving municipal committees, rural and urban development bodies, and the public. Representatives of the trade and hotel industries attended the meeting. Chief wildlife warden, Sajjad Mufti, has been directed to invoke relevant bylaws under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, or other applicable laws, to ensure strict penalties are slapped on flouters.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Opening of Galwan Valley for tourists on 5th anniversary of India-China troops clash delayed
Galwan Memorial (Photo: ANI) SRINAGAR: Plans to open Galwan Valley hot springs in Ladakh for tourists on the fifth anniversary of the deadly clash between Indian and Chinese troops have been delayed, as construction of the war memorial needs further work. 'We have deferred the official opening of the Galwan Valley until the memorial is completed in perfection, as that will be the main attraction. It is about to be completed, but needs a finishing touch,' Tashi Gyalson, chief executive councillor of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), told TOI. Gyalson said LAHDC was also working on amending permit regulations to allow visitors without special permission. 'It is just a matter of a few days before Galwan Valley is opened to tourists,' he said. The Ladakh administration, in collaboration with the Indian Army, is at present working to build supporting infrastructure in the area. The Galwan Valley hot springs near the Line of Actual Control were set to open on June 15 as part of a battlefield tourism initiative. The date was meant to mark the fifth anniversary of the 2020 clash between Indian and PLA troops. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo Twenty Indian soldiers, including a commanding officer, and an unspecified number of PLA men were killed in the hand-to-hand combat, which was one of the most serious military confrontations between the two countries in decades. Meanwhile, the Army on Monday paid tribute to soldiers who died in the Galwan clash with China. In a post on X, Ladakh based Fire and Fury Corps 'paid heartfelt tribute to the valour and supreme sacrifice of our bravehearts who stood resolute in the face of adversity'. 'The indomitable courage in Galwan Valley forever resonates in the hearts of every Indian. Nation honours their families with deep respect. Their sacrifice continues to inspire generations,' it added.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Time of India
Ladakh is safe for travel, says Hill Council following ‘unsafe' rumours
SRINAGAR: Amid concerns among tourists about the security situation in the Union territories of J&K and Ladakh in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror strike last month, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Leh and the Ladakh UT administration on Saturday said that Ladakh was safe for travel and urged visitors to ignore misinformation circulating in the public domain portraying the region as unsafe. While meeting a delegation of tour and travel operators of Ladakh UT who raised this issue with LAHDC Leh CEC Tashi Gyalson and DC Leh Santosh Sukhadeve, Gyalson said the region was safe for travel and requested tourists to disregard rumours. Gyalson said LAHDC was committed to promoting tourism and would ensure all necessary support for the security and well-being of visitors. Responding to the delegation's request for the early opening of Leh-Manali road, Gyalson said he had informed the Border Roads Organisation to restore the route, and efforts were underway to open it at the earliest.
