Kargil, July 09: Executive Councilor for ZDA, RDD, Cooperative and Information, LAHDC Kargil, Er Punchok Tashi, undertook a crucial visit to the Zanskar Sumdo Shingkula sector. The visit, aimed at assessing unresolved border issues between UT Ladakh and the Himachal Pradesh Government, was conducted in the presence of various key officials.
Accompanying Er Punchok Tashi were Councilor Stanzin Lakpa from Cha Constituency, SDM Zanskar Romil Singh Donk, Tehsildar Zanskar Mohd Hassan, SHO Zanskar Inspector Stanzin Gyaltsen, and engineers from ZDA, R&B, and REW Zanskar. The delegation’s primary objective was to evaluate the ground reality of these contentious border matters.
Notably, the Lahoul Administration, led by MLA L&S, had previously visited Shingkula on June 27, 2024. The ongoing border disputes necessitate an amicable resolution to ensure peace and dignity for residents from both districts. Er Punchok Tashi emphasized the importance of addressing these issues through dialogue with the concerned governments.
During the return journey to Padum, Er Punchok Tashi and his team inspected ongoing developmental projects in Kargyak and its environs. Additionally, they visited High School Thangsoo, where discussions with school staff and students highlighted critical infrastructure needs, including staffing vacancies and improvements aligned with CBSE standards.
The villagers of Thangsoo presented their concerns regarding essential services such as healthcare, drinking water, irrigation canals, and infrastructure like the steel bridge. They submitted a memorandum outlining their demands to Er Punchok Tashi, who assured timely resolution of these issues.
The visit underscores LAHDC Kargil’s commitment to addressing local challenges and fostering development across Zanskar and its adjoining regions. Discussions and assessments conducted during this visit are expected to inform future actions aimed at enhancing the region’s socio-economic landscape.
