Ladakh comprises of two districts: Leh and Kargil, governed by its autonomous district council.
In the recent announcement, Ladakh, a Union Territory set to add five new districts by the year 2028. The Union Home Minister, Amit Shah has revealed the plans to expand the administrative framework with the creation of Drass, Sham, Zanskar, Changthang, and Nubra districts. This expansion will raise the number of districts in Ladakh from two to seven.
The initiative took place under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to foster a developed Ladakh, as stated by the MHA on 26th August, Monday. While stressing the Government’s commitment towards generating profuse opportunities for the residents of Ladakh, Shah wrote on X that Ladakh’s new districts “will take the benefits meant for the people to their doorsteps by bolstering governance in every nook and cranny”.
The MHA stated that it has requested the Ladakh administration to outline a committee to review several aspects related to the development of new districts, including their headquarters, structure, boundaries, and other aspects within three months.
The new districts of Ladakh will be managed separately, thereby ensuring that the requirements of the diverse and geographically isolated population are met effectively.
Meanwhile, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is preparing for the 1st elections since the abrogation of Article 370. The election will be scheduled in three phases: 18th September, 25th September, and 1st October. The election results are to be announced on 4th October.
The vital decision taken by the MHA will be useful for the overall development of Ladakh. The five new districts in Ladakh are an important step towards improving the region’s growth and prosperity. By improving control and accessibility to government services, Ladakh’s new districts can release their full potential and boost the lives of the residents.
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