SRINAGAR: The Union Territory Administration of Ladakh has approved the conferment of the Lt Governor’s Gold Medal to eight individuals and organisations from Kargil and Leh districts on the occasion of Republic Day 2026.
In Kargil, the awardees include Mohd Hussain Khalo of Tamosa for public service, Jamiat-ul-Ulama Isna Asharia for social reforms, empowerment and environmental protection, and Basij Baqiyatullah ASZ, Kargil, for public service.
In Leh, the recipients are Jigmet Chuzin Khary for sports, Taru Gayphel Animal Welfare Society for public service, Alamdor Health Service for public service, Sonam Stobgais of Leh for literature, art and craft, and Fatima Khatoon of Thiksay for entrepreneurship and progressive farming.
Each awardee will receive a citation, a gold-plated medal, and a cash prize of Rs 25,000. The presentation ceremony will be held separately, according to an order issued by the General Administration Department.
