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Part II - Section 3

केन्द्र-शासित प्रदेश लद्दाख प्रशािन

ADMINISTRATION OF UNION TERRITORY OF LADAKH

F. No. M-2513/2026

YOUTH SERVICES AND SPORTS DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Ladakh, the 17^th day of August, 2026

Subject: Notification of the New Ladakh Sports Policy 2026.

Reference: Approval of the Competent Authority (Hon’ble LG) conveyed vide e-file No. M/2513/2026-YS&S

SECTION

Order No: 23-LA(YSS) of 2026

Dated: 17.08.2026

लद्दाख, 17 अगस्त, 2026

LADAKH, MONDAY, AUGUST, 17, 2026

भारत सरकार

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

एस.जी.-एल.डी.-अ.-17082026-1804

SG-LD-E-17082026-1804

In Supersession of Order No.32-LA(YSS) of 2025 dated: 29.12.2025 sanction is hereby accorded to the notification

of New Ladakh Sports Policy, 2026 of the Union Territory of Ladakh, as Annexure to this Order.

By order of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT of Ladakh.

Sd/-

(Bhanu Prabha) IAS

Administrative Secretary,

YS&S

The ADMINISTRATION OF UNION TERRITORY OF LADAKH

NEW LADAKH SPORTS POLICY 2026

DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES AND SPORTS UT OF LADAKH

Table of Contents.

1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 9

1.1 Preamble ............................................................................................................................................................. 9

1.2 Vision and Mission ............................................................................................................................................. 9

1.3 Goals and Objectives .......................................................................................................................................... 9

Interpretation of the Policy................................................................................................................................ 10

1.4 Policy Period ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

2. FITNESS, SPORTS FOR ALL ........................................................................................................................... 12

2.1 Strategy ............................................................................................................................................................. 12

2.2 Wellness Through Sports & Fitness Activities A Mandate ............................................................................... 12

2.3 Sports Governance System ............................................................................................................................... 12

3. LADAKH SPORTS BODIES AND ASSOCIATIONS ....................................................................................... 14

3.1 Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) ........................................................................................... 14

3.2

Ladakh Sports Council .............................................................................................................................. 14

3.3 District Sports Executive Body ......................................................................................................................... 14

3.4 Sports Clubs ...................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.5 Sports Officers and Coaches ............................................................................................................................. 15

3.6 Referees, Umpires and Judges .......................................................................................................................... 15

3.7 Sports Associations ........................................................................................................................................... 15

3.8 Co-Ordination with Educational System ........................................................................................................... 16

3.9 Interdepartmental Synergies .............................................................................................................................. 16

4. SPORTS EDUCATION, COACHING & EXCELLENCE................................................................................ 18

4.1 Sports Education & Coaching ........................................................................................................................... 18

4.2 Strategic Coach Development Program ............................................................................................................ 18

4.3 Sports for Excellence ........................................................................................................................................ 19

4.4 Talent Search & Training .................................................................................................................................. 19

4.5 Para Sportspersons ............................................................................................................................................ 19

5. AWARDS & INCENTIVES ................................................................................................................................. 21

5.1 Awards .............................................................................................................................................................. 21

5.2 Scholarship to Outstanding Sportspersons ........................................................................................................ 21

5.3 Special Cash Award to Outstanding Sportspersons ........................................................................................... 23

5.3.1 Cash Award for Medal Winners at International Tournaments/ Championships...................................... 23

5.3.2 Cash Award for Medal Winners at National Level Tournaments/ Championships .................................. 24

5.3.3 Cash Award for Medal Winners in School Games ................................................................................... 24

5.3.4 Cash Award for Mountaineering Achievement ........................................................................................ 25

5.3.5 Cash Award for Para-Sports ..................................................................................................................... 25

5.4 Procedure of Selection ..................................................................................................................................... 26

5.5 The Eligibility and Conditions for cash awards ............................................................................................... 26

5.6 Appointment of Outstanding Sportspersons and Grant of Incentive to In-Service Sportspersons .................... 27

6. FOCUS SPORTS .................................................................................................................................................. 29

6.1 List of Focus Sports ......................................................................................................................................... 29

7. INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE & AUGMENTATION ..................................................................... 32

8. OTHER INITIATIVES ........................................................................................................................................ 34

8.1 Grassroots Sports Development ....................................................................................................................... 34

8.2 Collaboration with Indian Army, Central Armed Police Forces and Other Institutions ................................... 34

8.3 High-Performance Sports Development ........................................................................................................... 34

8.4 Training & Development of Coaches ............................................................................................................... 35

8.5 Safe Sports Policy and Grievances Redressal .................................................................................................. 35

8.6 Sports Injury & Rehabilitation ......................................................................................................................... 35

8.7 Wall of Fame .................................................................................................................................................... 36

8.8 Data Bank of Sportspersons ............................................................................................................................. 36

8.9 Mapping of Sports Infrastructure & Manpower ............................................................................................... 36

8.10 Sports Tourism ............................................................................................................................................... 36

DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this Policy, unless the context otherwise requires:

"Athlete" or "Sportsperson" means any person, irrespective of gender, who participates in a

recognized sporting discipline, and includes women and girl sportspersons, para sportspersons and

sportspersons of all gender identities. Both terms are used interchangeably in this Policy, and

"sportsperson" shall be the operative term.

ii)

"Coach" means a person possessing qualifications recognized by the Department, Sports Authority

of India (SAI), the concerned National Sports Federation or any other authority recognized by the

Government, and engaged in coaching or training sportspersons.

iii)

"Competition" means any sporting event organized or recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs

& Sports, Government of India, the Sports Authority of India, the Indian Olympic Association, the

Indian Paralympic Committee, a recognized National Sports Federation, or the respective

International Sports Federation.

iv)

"Competent Authority" means the authority designated by the Government or Department for the

purposes of this Policy.

"Department" means the Department of Youth Services & Sports, Union Territory of Ladakh.

vi)

"Focus Sports" means the sports disciplines notified under Section 6.1 of this Policy, as amended

from time to time.

vii)

"Government" means the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh.

viii) "High- Performance Athlete" means a sportsperson identified by the Department or the Ladakh

Sports Council for specialized training under a High Performance or Long-Term Athlete

Development Program.

ix)

"Ladakh Sports Council (LSC)" means the Society registered by the Government for promotion,

regulation and development of sports in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

"Long-Term Athlete-Development Program (LTADP)" means a structured and scientific athlete

development framework designed to progressively develop sportspersons from grassroots

participation to elite performance.

xi)

"National Sports Federation (NSF)" means a Sports Federation recognized by the Ministry of

Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India.

xii)

"Para Sportsperson" means a sportsperson eligible to participate in recognized para-sports in

accordance with the rules of the concerned National or International Federation.

xiii) "Resident/Domicile Certificate" means a valid Resident or Domicile Certificate issued by the

competent authority of the Union Territory of Ladakh.

xiv) "Sports Association" means a Sports Association recognized by the Ladakh Sports Council and

affiliated with the respective National Sports Federation recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs

& Sports, Government of India.

xv)

"Sports Club" means a club registered and recognized by the Ladakh Sports Council for promotion

and development of sports.

xvi) "Sports Infrastructure" means any stadium, sports complex, playground, indoor hall, training

center, sports academy, Centre of Excellence or any other sports facility established or recognized by

the Government or the Ladakh Sports Council.

xvii) "Sports Science" means the application of scientific disciplines, including sports medicine,

exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy, performance analysis and other

allied sciences, for improving athletic performance and athlete welfare.

xviii) "Talent Identification" means the systematic process of identifying, assessing and selecting

promising sportspersons for structured coaching and long-term athlete development.

xix) "Union Territory" or "UT" means the Union Territory of Ladakh.

xx)

"Gender-Responsive Infrastructure" means sports infrastructure designed and maintained to ensure

the safe, dignified and equal use of the facility by women and girls, including separate, secure, well-lit

and functional toilets, changing rooms, rest areas and residential facilities.

xxi) "PoSH Act" means the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and

Redressal) Act, 2013.

xxii)

"Safe Sports Policy" means the policy notified under Section 8.5 of this Policy.

xxiii) "Sex-Disaggregated Data" means data collected, analyzed and reported separately for male, female

and other gender categories.

ABBREVIATIONS

Abbreviation

Meaning

CSR

Corporate Social Responsibility

DYSS

Directorate of Youth Services & Sports

GAD

General Administration Department

IOC

International Olympic Committee

IPC

International Paralympic Committee

LTADP

Long-Term Athlete Development Program

LSC

Ladakh Sports Council

MHA

Ministry of Home Affairs

MYAS

Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports

NCC

National Cadet Corps

NSF

National Sports Federation

NSS

National Service Scheme

PET

Physical Education Teacher

PEM

Physical Education Master

PEL

Physical Education Lecturer

PPP

Public-Private Partnership

REK

Rehbar-i-Khel

SAI

Sports Authority of India

SMIS

Sports Management Information System

Union Territory of Ladakh

NADA

National Anti-Doping Agency

POCSO

Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act,2012

PoSH

Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,

Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013

RED-S

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport

SCDP

Strategic Coach Development Program

INTRODUCTION

1.1

Preamble

Sports are integral to public health, youth development and nation-building. The Administration of UT Ladakh

recognizes sports as an important instrument for physical fitness, social inclusion and economic development

and therefore accords high priority to their promotion.

1.2

Vision and Mission

Vision

To establish Ladakh as a leading sporting destination by fostering a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable sports

ecosystem that promotes physical literacy, lifelong participation and sporting excellence, while leveraging

the Union Territory's unique strengths in winter sports and high-altitude training to achieve national and

international recognition.

Mission

The New Ladakh Sports Policy 2026 seeks to create an enabling environment for sports through the principles of

"Scout, Facilitate and Recognize." The Policy aims to:

•

Promote sports and physical activity as an integral part of everyday life and human

development;

•

Identify and nurture sporting talent through a structured pathway from grassroots

participation to high-performance excellence;

•

Develop modern sports infrastructure, strengthen institutions and adopt sports science and

technology to enhance athlete performance;

•

Ensure equitable opportunities for all, including women, para sportspersons and underserved

communities;

•

Foster partnerships with educational institutions, sports organizations, defense forces and the private

sector; and

•

Position Ladakh as a national hub for winter sports, high-altitude training and sports tourism.

Through these strategic interventions, the Government seeks to create a resilient and self-sustaining sports

ecosystem that empowers youth, enhances public health, promotes social inclusion and contributes to the

socio-economic development of the Union Territory.

1.3

Goals and Objectives

The New Ladakh Sports Policy 2026 seeks to establish a vibrant, inclusive and high-performing sports

ecosystem that promotes physical literacy, nurtures sporting talent and enables excellence at all levels. The

Policy is guided by the principles of:

•

Identify Talent

•

Promote Participation

•

Develop Excellence

•

Recognize

Objectives

The Policy shall endeavor to:

Promote sports, physical literacy and fitness as an integral part of everyday life across all sections of

society.

ii) Establish a structured pathway for talent identification, athlete development and high-performance

sports through scientific coaching, sports science and modern infrastructure.

iii) Ensure equitable access to quality sports infrastructure, coaching, competitions and opportunities,

with special emphasis on women, para sportspersons and underserved communities.

iv) Strengthen sports governance, institutions and human resource capacity through transparent,

professional and accountable systems.

v) Foster collaboration with educational institutions, sports associations, defense forces, the private

sector and other stakeholders to build a sustainable sports ecosystem.

vi) Promote winter sports, high-altitude training, sports tourism and innovation to position Ladakh as a

nationally recognized center of sporting excellence.

1.4

Interpretation of the Policy

If any question arises regarding the interpretation of any provision of this Policy, the matter shall be referred to the

Lieutenant Governor, whose decision shall be final.

1.5

Policy Period

This Policy shall remain in force for a period of ten years from the date of its notification unless amended,

modified or superseded earlier by the Government.

1.6

Non-Discrimination and Gender Equity

There shall be no discrimination against any person on the ground of gender, gender identity, disability, religion,

caste, language, region or economic status in respect of selection, training, access to infrastructure, coaching,

competition, awards, incentives, employment or participation in the governance of sport under this Policy.

Women and girls shall have equal opportunity and equal entitlement under every provision of this Policy. Awards,

scholarships, incentives and prize money shall be identical for men and women at every level of competition,

and no provision of this Policy shall be implemented so as to dilute this parity.

The eligibility of transgender and gender-diverse sportspersons to compete in a particular category shall be

determined in accordance with the rules of the concerned National Sports Federation or International Sports

Federation; provided that no such person shall be denied access to training, infrastructure, coaching, sports

science support or the general benefits of this Policy on the ground of gender identity.

The Department shall designate a Gender Nodal Officer to oversee implementation of this Section and to report

annually to the Ladakh Sports Council.

FITNESS, SPORTS FOR ALL

2.1

Strategy

The implementation of the New Ladakh Sports Policy 2026 shall be aligned with the National Sports Policy

and the initiatives of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. The Government shall

adopt an integrated approach to promote sports and physical fitness as a way of life, while creating a

sustainable pathway from grassroots participation to sporting excellence.

The Government shall endeavor to:

Promote mass participation in sports and physical activity through community-based program

awareness campaigns and recreational sporting events.

ii) Encourage early identification and systematic development of sporting talent through schools,

educational institutions and community-level competitions.

iii) Develop and strengthen accessible, inclusive and all-weather sports infrastructure to support year-

round participation.

iv) Promote partnerships with educational institutions, local bodies, sports organizations, the private

sector and other stakeholders, including through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), for sports

development.

v) Encourage healthy lifestyles and lifelong participation in sports to improve public health, social

inclusion and youth development.

2.2

Wellness Through Sports & Fitness Activities: A Mandate

The New Ladakh Sports Policy 2026 would pave the way for an inclusive UT-Ladakh wide applicable

mandate for prescribing universal wellness & fitness through sports & fitness activities, at the panchayat,

zonal, district, UT, National & International levels.

2.3

Sports Governance System

The Government shall strengthen the institutional, legal and administrative framework for sports governance

to ensure effective implementation of this Policy through transparent, accountable and professional

institutions.

For this purpose, the Government shall:

Ensure that the Ladakh Sports Council, every District Sports Executive Body and every Selection and

Screening Committee constituted under this Policy comprises not less than 33% women members, and

includes at least one serving or former sportsperson and one para sportsperson.

Require every recognized Sports Association and Sports Club, as a condition of recognition and of

receiving any grant, to (i) constitute an Internal Committee under the PoSH Act, (ii) adopt a child-

protection protocol consistent with the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act,

LADAKH

SPORTS

BODIES

AND

ASSOCIATIONS

3.1

Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS)

The Directorate of Youth Services & Sports shall be the nodal department responsible for planning, promotion,

development and implementation of sports, physical education and youth development programs in the Union

Territory.

The Directorate shall, inter alia:

Promote physical education and sports in schools and educational institutions.

ii)

Organize and conduct school, district, inter-district, Union Territory and National School Games

in recognized disciplines.

iii)

Identify and nurture sporting talent through structured talent identification programs.

iv)

Develop, maintain and upgrade sports infrastructure, school playgrounds and community sports

facilities under various schemes.

Promote Scouts & Guides, NCC, NSS, adventure sports, trekking, youth festivals, rural sports,

National Sports Day and other youth development programs.

vi)

Promote participation of women, persons with disabilities and other under-represented groups

in sports.

vii) Issue guidelines for utilization of sports grants, conduct of competitions and implementation of

programs under this Policy.

3.2

Ladakh Sports Council

The Ladakh Sports Council (LSC), registered under the Societies Registration Act, shall function as the apex

body for the promotion, coordination and development of sports in the Union Territory. Until appointment of a

regular Secretary, the Administrative Secretary, Department of Youth Services & Sports, shall serve as the ex-

officio Secretary of the Council. The Council shall, inter alia:

Promote sports, physical fitness and athlete development across the Union Territory.

ii) Plan, develop, manage and optimize the utilization of sports infrastructure and other sports facilities.

iii) Recognize, regulate and extend technical, financial and infrastructural support to Sports

Associations and Sports Clubs in accordance with this Policy.

iv) Appoint accomplished sports persons against the vacant positions of coaches and sports

professionals with the approval of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor.

v) Recommend sportspersons, coaches and technical officials for awards, incentives and other forms of

recognition under this Policy.

vi) Advise the Government on matters relating to sports policy, infrastructure, athlete

development and institutional reforms.

vii) Perform such other functions as may be assigned by the Government from time to time.

viii)

Notwithstanding any other provision, the Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor shall have the

discretionary power to appoint eminent sportspersons of national or international repute as

Coaches or Advisors for specific sports disciplines for a minimum tenure of one year, on such

remuneration and terms and conditions as may be determined by Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor. The

sportsperson so appointed shall have represented India at the national / international level and possess

a distinguished record of participation, achievement and contribution in their respective sport.

The composition of the Council shall ensure that not less than one-third of its members are women, and shall include at

least one para sportsperson and two athlete representatives drawn from among sportspersons who have represented

the Union Territory.

3.3

District Sports Executive Body

A District Sports Executive Body shall be constituted in each district to coordinate sports development

programs at the district level. Its functions shall include:

Coordinating implementation of sports programs and activities within the district.

ii)

Assisting the Department in organizing competitions, talent identification and coaching

programs.

iii)

Promoting community participation, health awareness and grassroots sports.

iv)

Monitoring implementation of sports development initiatives.

Recommending deserving sportspersons, coaches and sports events for recognition and support.

vi)

Preparing annual reports and utilization statements for submission to the Ladakh Sports Council.

vii) Performing such other functions as may be assigned by the Government or the Ladakh Sports

Council.

viii) Not less than one-third of the members of every District Sports Executive Body shall be women,

and each such Body shall designate a Gender and Safe Sports Focal Point.

3.4

Sports Clubs

The Government recognizes the important role of Sports Clubs in athlete development and promotion of

community sports. The Ladakh Sports Council shall register and recognize Sports Clubs in accordance with

prescribed norms and extend technical, infrastructural and financial assistance, subject to availability of

resources and fulfilment of eligibility criteria.

3.5

Sports Officers and Coaches

The Ladakh Sports Council shall engage accomplished sports persons as coaches and sports officers

in accordance with qualifications and standards notified by the Department with the approval of

Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor.

ii)

The Department shall establish a transparent performance management system including annual

targets, capacity building, periodic evaluation and continuous professional development.

iii)

Outstanding coaches shall be recognized through awards and incentives in accordance with schemes

notified separately.

iv)

Pooling of coaches and technical officials among Government departments may be

undertaken to optimize utilization of available human resources.

The Department shall set and publish annual targets for the recruitment, certification and retention of

women coaches, women referees, umpires and judges, and women Physical Education Teachers, and

shall reserve not less than one-third of the seats and scholarships under the Strategic Coach

Development Program for women.

vi)

At least one qualified woman coach or manager shall be engaged for each Focus Sport in which

women or girls compete.

3.6

Referees, Umpires and Judges

The Department shall promote development of qualified referees, umpires and judges through certification,

refresher courses, workshops and periodic assessment. A performance-based accreditation framework shall be

developed, and outstanding technical officials may be recognized through awards notified separately.

3.7

Sports Associations

Recognized Sports Associations shall be key partners in the promotion and development of sports within the Union

Territory.

The Government may provide assistance in the form of:

Coaching support;

ii)

Training camps;

iii)

Financial assistance for recognized competitions and participation in National and

International events;

iv)

Sports infrastructure and equipment; and

Such other assistance as may be notified from time to time.

The recognition, regulation and functioning of Sports Associations shall be governed by norms notified by the

Ladakh Sports Council, consistent with the National Sports Code and the guidelines issued by the Ministry of

Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. Recognition may be suspended or withdrawn for violation of

the National Sports Code, this Policy or any guidelines issued by the Government.

Recognition shall not be granted or renewed unless the Sports Association has constituted an Internal Committee

under the PoSH Act, adopted a child-protection protocol, and demonstrated compliance with the Safe Sports

Policy notified under Section 8.5.

3.8

Co-Ordination with Educational System

A. Schools

The Department shall, in coordination with the School Education Department and other

stakeholders:

ii)

Prepare an annual sports calendar.

iii)

Promote integration of sports into the school curriculum.

iv)

Encourage participation of every student in at least one sport.

Organize inter-school competitions and talent identification programs.

vi)

Strengthen deployment of Physical Education Teachers and improve sports

infrastructure.

vii) Provide appropriate academic flexibility to students participating in recognized

competitions.

B. Higher Educational Institutions

Colleges and Universities shall promote sports and physical education among students and

collaborate with the Department and the Ladakh Sports Council in organizing coaching,

competitions and talent development programs.

3.9

Interdepartmental Synergies

The Dept. of YSS shall strive to seek convergence of different departments and shall take the initiative to use

sporting talent in competitive sports at the UT, national and international levels as required.

3.10

Athlete’s Commission

An Athletes’ Commission shall be constituted, comprising serving and former sportspersons of the Union Territory

elected by their peers, with not less than 50% women members and at least one para sportsperson. The

Commission shall advise the Ladakh Sports Council on athlete welfare, safety, selection policy and grievance

redressal, and its Chairperson shall be an ex-officio member of the Council.

The sports resources & knowledge within the UT of Ladakh will be divided into a two-pillar system:

A. Sports Education & Coaching.

B. Sports for Excellence.

4.1

Sports Education & Coaching

Sports Education

The Government recognizes sports and physical education as essential components of holistic education, youth

development and sporting excellence. The Department shall promote the integration of sports within the

education system to foster physical literacy, healthy lifestyles and a culture of lifelong participation. The

Department shall endeavor to:

Integrate age-appropriate sports and physical education programs across schools, colleges,

universities and Centers of Excellence.

ii) Strengthen the capacity of Physical Education Teachers, coaches and sports professionals through

training, certification and continuous professional development.

iii) Promote the adoption of sports science, technology and evidence-based coaching practices to enhance

athlete development and performance.

iv) Encourage higher education, research and professional training in sports science and allied

disciplines.

v) Ensure transparent and merit-based selection of sportspersons, coaches and beneficiaries under

Government schemes through digital systems in accordance with applicable laws.

Sports Coaching

The Government shall establish a structured coaching ecosystem to develop qualified coaches capable of

nurturing sportspersons from grassroots to elite levels. Coaching standards, accreditation, certification,

performance evaluation and career progression shall be governed through the Strategic Coach Development

Program (SCDP) notified separately by the Department.

4.2

Strategic Coach Development Program¹

The Department shall implement a Strategic Coach Development Program comprising the following levels:

a. Community Coach;

b. Intermediate Coach; and

c. Elite Coach.

The Program shall include the following components:

Identification and accreditation of coaching talent;

1 A separate notification shall be carried out by UT of Ladakh to notify Strategic Coach Development Program

(SCDP)

ii)

Education, certification and continuous professional development;

iii)

Periodic performance assessment and licensing; and

iv)

Career progression, incentives and recognition.

The eligibility criteria, accreditation framework, certification standards, monitoring mechanism, career

progression and incentive structure under the SCDP shall be prescribed separately by the Department through

notification. The Department may prescribe minimum qualification standards for engagement of coaches under

various schemes.

Talent Retention & Development

Outstanding sportspersons shall be encouraged to pursue coaching as a professional career upon completion of

their competitive careers, thereby facilitating retention of sporting expertise within the Union Territory. The

Department shall formulate appropriate mechanisms to utilize such experienced sportspersons in coaching,

mentoring and athlete development programs.

4.3

Sports for Excellence

The Government shall establish and strengthen Centers of Excellence to promote high-performance sports

through scientific coaching, sports science support, research, Long-Term Athlete Development Programs

(LTADP), knowledge exchange and institutional capacity building.

The Department shall collaborate with national and international institutions to facilitate knowledge transfer,

advanced coaching and athlete development, with the objective of developing internationally competitive

sportspersons.

4.4

Talent Search & Training

The Department shall establish a structured and transparent talent identification system for scouting promising

sportspersons across the Union Territory, particularly in schools and rural areas.

Identified sportspersons shall be provided appropriate coaching, equipment, sports science support, exposure,

scholarships and long-term athlete development opportunities in accordance with schemes notified by the

Government. The selected candidates shall be put through a well-structured sports development program on

the pattern of SAI schemes.

4.5

Para Sportspersons

The Government of UT Ladakh through designated sports bodies shall take all necessary steps to meet

sporting needs of para sportspersons. Due care shall be taken to ensure that there are sufficient infrastructure,

training facilities and competitive events to enable them to participate fully in sports. District and UT level

tournaments shall be organized in various games for para sportspersons.

AWARDS & INCENTIVES

The Awards and incentives shall be provided to encourage and motivate the outstanding sportsperson for even

higher achievements and to attract the younger generation to adopt sports as a career. These awards shall serve

as recognition of the outstanding achievements and contributions of sportspersons to the Union Territory and

the Nation.

5.1

Awards

The awards for the outstanding sportspersons and coaches shall be announced every year on the occasion of

Republic Day celebration. Such awards will enhance the prestige of sportspersons and motivate them to

perform better at the national and international levels. The scope of the award shall be suitably

increased/modified and notified by the UT administration of Ladakh from time to time. Awards to

sportspersons and coaches shall be conferred annually, and shall be identical in value for men and women.

UT Award (Sports Category)

The awards for the outstanding sportspersons shall be announced every year on the occasion of Republic Day

celebrations as per the circular already issued by the GAD and on the recommendation of the Ladakh Sports

Council.

ii) Awards for Coaches and Physical Education Officials

This award shall be conferred to 01 best Coach in a different discipline every three years and shall carry a cash

prize of INR 1.00 lakh per head. The Union Territory Coaches who have trained medal winners for at least 180

days in the preceding two-year period before the event will be eligible for cash award under the scheme.

Not less than one-third of the awards conferred in any year shall be reserved for women coaches, subject to the

availability of eligible candidates.

5.2

Scholarship to Outstanding Sportspersons

The Government of the Union Territory of Ladakh shall provide scholarships to outstanding sportspersons to

encourage sustained sporting excellence and support athlete development.

Scholarships shall be admissible for medal winners in recognized International, National and Union Territory-

level competitions, including National School Games and Khelo India Games, in the Focus Sports notified

under this Policy.

Amount in INR (per person per month) for 12 months

Level

Gold

Silver

Bronze

Eligibility and Conditions

Scholarships shall be admissible only for achievements in competitions recognized by the Ministry of

Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, or the respective International Sports Federation, and

conducted by Sports Associations recognized by the Ladakh Sports Council.

ii) Only sportspersons holding a valid Resident/Domicile Certificate of the Union Territory of Ladakh

shall be eligible.

iii) The scholarship shall ordinarily be awarded for one year from the date of the qualifying achievement.

Where a sportsperson secures a higher-level achievement during the scholarship period, the

scholarship shall be upgraded from the date of such achievement for a fresh period of one year.

iv) Only the highest eligible achievement of a sportsperson shall be considered for grant of scholarship.

v) A sportsperson may avail both the scholarship and the cash award under this Policy; however,

scholarship shall not be admissible where the sportsperson is receiving a scholarship for the same

achievement from the Sports Authority of India, the Central Government or any other Government

agency.

vi) Scholarships shall be released after verification by the competent authority in accordance with the

procedure notified by the Department.

vii) Any sportsperson found guilty of submission of false claims, doping violations, sports-related

misconduct or criminal activity shall be liable for cancellation of the scholarship and may be debarred

from future benefits under this Policy.

viii) The Department may notify detailed operational guidelines, including application, verification,

sanction and disbursement procedures, from time to time.

2 Only for the focus sports specified under Section 6.1 of this policy

International

Rs. 1,00,000

Rs. 80,000

Rs.60,000

National

(including

National

Level School Games)

Rs.75,000

Rs.50,000

Rs.30,000

UT Level ²

(including UT Level School

Games)

Rs.10,000

Rs.7,000

Rs.5,000

5.3

Special Cash Award to Outstanding Sportspersons

Apart from the monthly scholarship as specified under section 5.2 of this policy, special cash award shall be

given to the sportsperson of Union Territory of Ladakh who wins First, Second and Third position in

recognized International / National/ State level competitions/tournaments conducted by authorized

International / National / State sports bodies as per the details given below:

5.3.1

Cash Award for Medal Winners at International Tournaments/

Championships (in INR Lacs)

S. No

Event Name

Gold

Silver

Bronze

Olympic Games

100.00

75.00

50.00

Asian Games

50.00

30.00

25.00

Commonwealth Games

25.00

15.00

10.00

Commonwealth

/Asian

Championship (Senior)

15.00

10.00

5.00

Commonwealth /Asian Championship

(Juniors)

15.00

10.00

5.00

World Cup/ Championship (Once

in every four years)

80.00

60.00

40.00

World

Cup/

Championship

(Annual)

50.00

30.00

20.00

Youth Olympic Games

25.00

20.00

15.00

Youth

Asian

Games

and

World

University Games

/Championship

15.00

10.00

5.00

10.

On becoming: International Grand

Master of Chess

100.00

International Master of Chess

75.00

5.3.2

Cash Award for Medal Winners at National Level Tournaments/

Championships (In INR Lacs)

S. No

Category

Gold Medal

Silver Medal

Bronze Medal

Senior

25.00

20.00

15.00

Junior

20.00

15.00

10.00

5.3.3

Cash Award for Medal Winners in School Games

To encourage young sportspersons and strengthen sports culture at the school level, one-time cash awards shall be

provided to students of Ladakh securing medals in recognized National School Games conducted by SGFI and UT

Level School Games, as under:

i) National School Games/All India University Games (In INR Lacs)

S. No

Category

Gold

Medal

Silver Medal

Bronze Medal

Senior

10.00

8.00

5.0

Junior

10.00

8.00

5.0

Sub-Junior

5.00

4.00

3.0

ii) Cluster/Zonal School Games/Regional and Zonal University Games (In INR Lacs)

11.

World/ Asian Marathon

40.00

20.00

10.00

12.

Participation in Olympic Games and

Paralympics

Participation only

10.00

(Individual Event)

5.00

(Team Event)

S. No

Category

Gold Medal

Silver Medal

Bronze Medal

Senior

5.00

4.00

3.0

Junior

5.00

4.00

3.0

Sub-Junior

3.00

2.00

1.0

iii) UT Level School Games

(In INR Lacs)

S. No

Category

Go l d Me d al

Silver Medal

Bronze Medal

Senior

0.50

0.30

0.25

Junior

0.50

0.30

0.25

Sub-Junior

0.50

0.30

0.25

5.3.4

Cash Award for Mountaineering Achievement

Sportspersons/adventurers belonging to the Union Territory of Ladakh who successfully summit mountain

peak above 8,000 meters in altitude anywhere in the world, duly certified by the Indian Mountaineering

Foundation or any other competent authority recognized by the Government of India, shall be eligible for a

special cash award of ₹10,00,000 (Rupees Ten Lakh only).

The cash award shall be subject to such eligibility conditions, verification procedures and other norms as

may be prescribed by the Department of Youth Services & Sports from time to time.

5.3.5

Cash Award for Para-Sports

(In INR Lacs)

S. No

EVENT NAME

GOL D

SILVER

BRONZE

Para

Olympic

Games

100.00

75.00

50.00

Para Asian Games

50.00

30.00

25.00

Para

Commonwealth

Games

25.00

15.00

10.00

Para

Commonwea

lth/

Asian

Championsh

ip (Seniors)

15.00

10.00

5.00

Para

Commonwea

lth/Asian

Championshi

ps (Juniors)

15.00

10.00

5.00

Para Sports (Individual Events in National

Seniors and Junior Championships)

25.00

20.00

15.00

Para Sports (Team Events in National

Senior and Junior)

* To be distributed equally among the

team

members

25.00

20.00

15.00

Visually

Impaired

Sports,

Hearing

Impaired Sports and Special Olympic

sports

(Individual/Team

Events

national seniors and junior

championships)

* In case of team events, to be

distributed equally

among the team members

5.00

3.00

2.00

5.4

Procedure of Selection

Applications for grant of cash awards shall be submitted in the prescribed format to the Secretary,

Ladakh Sports Council, either directly by the eligible sportsperson or through the concerned Union

Territory Level Sports Association recognized by the Ladakh Sports Council and affiliated with the

respective National Sports Federation recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports,

Government of India

ii)

Every application shall be accompanied by authenticated details of the competition, including the

name of the event, venue, date, discipline, position secured, and such other documents as may be

prescribed. The particulars shall be verified by the competent authority before the award is sanctioned.

iii)

Claims relating to achievements of earlier years shall not be entertained.

iv)

The Government, on the recommendation of the Ladakh Sports Council, may, by notification, revise

the quantum of awards, incentives, eligible competitions, or any other related provisions from time to

time.

5.5

The Eligibility and Conditions for cash awards

The applicant shall be a holder of a valid Resident/Domicile Certificate of the Union Territory of

Ladakh.

ii)

The sportsperson shall ordinarily have represented the Union Territory of Ladakh prior to their

selection for participation in the National Team or International competitions; provided

that the Ladakh Sports Council may relax this requirement in the case of a sportsperson holding a valid

Resident/Domicile Certificate of the Union Territory who was selected through a Sports Authority of

India center, the Armed Forces, a Central Armed Police Force, or an educational institution outside

the Union Territory.

iii)

Cash awards shall be admissible only for medals or performances achieved in recognized

competitions conducted by Sports Associations/Federations recognized by the Ministry of Youth

Affairs & Sports, Government of India. In the case of international competitions, only events

recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), International Paralympic Committee

(IPC), the concerned International Sports Federation recognized by the IOC/IPC, or specifically

approved by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, shall be eligible.

Competitions conducted by private or unrecognized organizations shall not qualify unless specifically

notified by the Government.

iv)

A sportsperson shall be eligible to receive a cash award for securing a Gold, Silver or Bronze medal

in an eligible individual or team event. In team events, the prescribed cash award shall be admissible

to each eligible member of the medal-winning team, unless otherwise specifically provided.

The Department of Youth Services & Sports shall constitute such Screening/Selection Committee(s)

as may be necessary for scrutiny and recommendation of eligible cases.

vi)

Any sportsperson found guilty of sports-related misconduct, doping violations, criminal activity,

submission of false claims or forged documents, or, in the case of an in-service sportsperson,

disciplinary misconduct, shall be disqualified from receiving benefits under this Policy and may be

debarred from future benefits.

vii)

Any sportsperson who is suspended or sanctioned under the Anti-Doping Rules of the National Anti-

Doping Agency (NADA) or World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) shall not be eligible for awards or

incentives during the period of ineligibility.

5.6

Appointment of Outstanding Sportspersons and Grant of Incentive to In-

Service Sportspersons³

To promote the youth of Ladakh to excel in sports, the Administration shall provide employment to

outstanding sportspersons. For the purposes of this Section, an "outstanding sportsperson" means a

person who has won a medal at a recognized National competition, or has represented India at, or won

a medal in, a recognized international competition conducted by a body recognized by the Ministry of

Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. A horizontal reservation of 4% shall be provided for

outstanding sportspersons in non-gazetted cadres in all Government posts, subject to the applicable

recruitment rules and to a separate notification by the General Administration Department, which

shall specify the qualifying competitions, the cadres covered, the roster and carry-forward rules, and

the verification procedure. Appointments made under this Section shall be reported annually, with

sex-disaggregated data, to the Ladakh Sports Council.

3 The General Administration Department, UT of Ladakh shall issue a separate Notification in this regard as per

DoPT, GoI, guidelines.

ii)

In-service sportspersons who excel in sports during their service career, shall be considered for grant

of advance increments, incentives and out-of-turn promotion as per the DoPT GOI guidelines and a

Notification in this regard shall be issued by the General Administration Department, separately.

5.7

Anti-Doping and Age Verification

All sportspersons, coaches and support personnel receiving any benefit under this Policy shall be bound by the

Anti-Doping Rules of the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). The Department shall provide anti-doping

education, facilitate testing at Union Territory level competitions, and implement age-verification protocols in

all junior and sub-junior categories. Submission of a false age or identity shall attract disqualification and

debarment from benefits under this Policy.

FOCUS SPORTS

This policy proposes a stage wise plan by identification of high participation & performance Focus Sports,

consisting of Olympic & Non-Olympic sports. Focus Sports will allow the UT to focus on disciplines that promises

highest level of results in terms of broad-based participation, talent identification, nurturing and competitive returns

for UT at National /International levels.

6.1

List of Focus Sports ⁴

The following sports are being considered as focus sports from the UT of Ladakh and shall be

considered for the purpose of this policy.

ii)

Inclusion of a sport in the Focus Sports list shall not by itself confer any right to financial assistance

or incentives unless otherwise provided under this Policy or a scheme notified thereunder.

iii)

The list of Focus Sports shall be reviewed periodically by the Government on the recommendation of

the Ladakh Sports Council based on participation, performance, medal potential, emerging disciplines

and strategic priorities.

Olympic Disciplines

Non-Olympic Disciplines

1. Ice Hockey

1. Mountaineering

2. Athletics

2. Traditional Archery

3. Badminton

3. Ice Climbing

4. Basketball

4. Cricket

5. Volleyball

5. Chess

6. Football

6. Kabaddi

7. Hockey

7. Kho Kho

8. Wrestling (International Style)

8. Power

lifting

(composite

events

only)

9. Handball

9. Roller Skating

10. Table Tennis

10. Wushu

11. Boxing

11. Karate

12. Gymnastics

12. Netball

13. Taekwondo

13. Pencak Silat

14. Judo

15. Weightlifting

16. Skiing (ice and snow)

17. Cycling

18. Archery

19. Rifle Shooting

4 The above categorization is however not conclusive and will be reviewed from time to time depending upon the

relative performance, status and popularity etc. of various disciplines.

20. Tennis

21. Triathlon

22. Equestrian

23. Ice Skating

24. Curling

25. Para Sports

INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE & AUGMENTATION

With sincere long-term efforts of the Department, UT Ladakh aims to become one of the top UTs across the

country to enjoy a formidable pool of sports infrastructural assets across a wide spectrum of sports. Having an

existing sports infrastructure of repute is an advantage in itself. The thrust of policy is to create futuristic

sports facilities in tune with evolving times, while at the same time augmenting the existing facilities to bring

them at par with latest sports techniques and globally mandated standards. Sports infrastructure shall be

planned and developed in accordance with national standards, accessibility requirements, environmental

sustainability and future sporting needs.

Development of Sports Infrastructure: The Administration shall endeavor to establish the

following sports infrastructure in a phased manner, subject to availability of suitable land, technical

feasibility and budgetary provisions:

At every District Headquarters:

•

A Multipurpose Indoor Stadium;

•

An AstroTurf Ground; and

•

A Practice Ice Hockey Rink.

At every Sub-Divisional Headquarters:

•

Multipurpose Indoor Stadium;

•

A Futsal Ground; and

•

A Practice Ice Hockey Rink.

All sports infrastructure created, upgraded or maintained under this Policy shall be gender-responsive and

accessible. Every facility shall provide separate, secure, well-lit and functional toilets, changing rooms and

rest areas for women and girls; residential and hostel facilities shall have women wardens and secure access

control. No new facility shall be commissioned, and no upgradation certified complete, unless these

requirements are met.

Facilities shall be designed in accordance with the Harmonized Guidelines and Standards for Universal

Accessibility, and shall meet environmental sustainability standards appropriate to Ladakh’s cold-desert

ecology, including water conservation and energy efficiency.

ii) Optimum Utilization of Sports Infrastructure/Facilities: It is equally significant that these

facilities are optimally utilized and regularly upgraded taking into account the needs and requirements

of sportspersons. The department shall engage with all stakeholders to ensure optimum utilization of

existing sports infrastructure and facilities.

iii) Advertisements in Sports Complexes: There is a vast potential to lease out this space to sponsors at

fixed rates/charges as sponsors utilize this space for their brand value and promotion. The department

will explore various instruments of advertisement such as unipolar, digital screens, hoardings etc.

inside the premises of sports complexes on a

OTHER INITIATIVES

8.1

Grassroots Sports Development

To create a holistic, robust and sustainable Sports eco-system in the Union territory of Ladakh, the policy

envisages a comprehensive approach, to identify, develop and sustain the Sporting Talent of the region. This is

to be done by adopting a 360-degree approach comprising of following broad interventions.

School Sports Promotion Program: A structured School Sports Promotion Program shall be

implemented to encourage participation of students in sports and physical activities. The Department

shall organize regular Inter-School competitions and promote sports as an integral part of holistic

education.

ii) Rural Talent Hunt: The Department, though, Ladakh Sports Council shall conduct a Rural Sports

Talent Identification Program across villages and remote areas of Ladakh for identifying promising

sportspersons. The identified sportspersons shall be provided access to coaching, equipment,

specialized training camps, exposure visits and opportunities to participate in higher-level

competitions.

iii) Structured Competition Framework: A structured competition pathway shall be established

beginning with Inter-School competitions and progressing through Sub-Divisional, District and Union

Territory-level championships, which shall serve as the primary mechanism for identification and

nurturing of sporting talent.

8.2

Collaboration with Indian Army, Central Armed Police Forces and Other

Institutions

The Administration shall enter into Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with the Indian Army, Central

Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), educational institutions and other suitable organizations for cooperation in the

following areas:

Access and shared utilization of sports infrastructure;

ii) Coaching and technical expertise;

iii) High-performance training programs;

iv) Organization of joint sports events and competitions; and

Exposure camps and specialized training for sportspersons.

8.3

High-Performance Sports Development

The Government shall promote a high-performance sports ecosystem to enable sportspersons of the Union

Territory to compete successfully at the National and International levels through scientific coaching, sports

science, modern infrastructure and structured athlete development programs. Not less than one-third of the

places in high-performance and Long-Term Athlete Development Programs shall be available to women

sportspersons.

The Government shall endeavor to:

Strengthen and operationalize the Khelo India State Centre of Excellence, Ladakh, by providing

qualified coaches, modern equipment and sports science support.

ii) Establish a National High-Altitude Centre of Excellence to leverage Ladakh's unique geographical

advantages for elite training, research and high-altitude sports.

iii) Engage eminent coaches, sportspersons and technical experts, on such terms as may be prescribed, for

specialized coaching and mentoring.

iv) Promote collaboration with the Sports Authority of India, National Sports Federations, educational

institutions and other national and international organizations for athlete development, research and

capacity building.

v) Frame appropriate schemes for identification and long-term development of elite sportspersons,

including coaching, sports science support, equipment, exposure and competition opportunities.

vi) Establish a data-driven athlete monitoring system through periodic performance assessment and

application of sports science.

8.4

Training & Development of Coaches

The Government recognizes that competent and continuously upskilled coaches are essential for athlete

development and sporting excellence. The Department shall promote continuous professional development of

coaches through the Strategic Coach Development Program (SCDP) and other initiatives. The Department

shall endeavor to:

Organize refresher courses, workshops, certification programs and coaching exchange initiatives in

collaboration with the Sports Authority of India, National Sports Federations, educational institutions

and other recognized organizations.

ii) Promote capacity building in sports science, sports medicine, sports psychology, nutrition,

biomechanics, injury prevention and contemporary coaching methodologies.

iii) Establish a transparent system for periodic performance evaluation of coaches linked to athlete

development and outcomes.

iv) Recognize and incentivize outstanding coaching performance through awards, financial incentives

and career advancement opportunities in accordance with schemes notified by the Government.

8.5

Safe Sports Policy and Grievances Redressal

The Department shall notify a comprehensive Safe Sports Policy to ensure a safe, inclusive and respectful sporting

environment across all recognized sports bodies in the Union Territory.

The Safe Sports Policy shall, inter alia, provide for:

Prevention of sexual harassment, child abuse, bullying, discrimination and all forms of misconduct.

ii) Protection of the rights, dignity, safety and well-being of sportspersons, coaches, officials and other

stakeholders.

iii) Establishment of a fair, transparent and time-bound grievance redressal mechanism by all recognized

Sports Associations.

iv) Mandatory constitution of an Internal Committee under the PoSH Act by the Department, the Ladakh

Sports Council, every District Sports Executive Body, every Centre of Excellence and every

recognized Sports Association and Sports Club, as a condition of recognition and of receipt of any

grant.

v) Compliance with the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, including mandatory

background verification of coaches and support personnel working with minors. Mandatory

accompaniment of every woman’s or girl’s contingent by a qualified woman coach, manager or

chaperone.

vi) An independent and confidential reporting channel, protection of complainants against retaliation, and

time-bound disposal of complaints.

The Safe Sports Policy shall be notified within six months from the date of notification of this Policy.

8.6

Sports Injury & Rehabilitation

The Government shall promote sports medicine and rehabilitation to support athlete welfare, injury prevention

and safe return to sport. The Government shall endeavor to:

Establish Sports Injury and Rehabilitation Centers with appropriate sports medicine, physiotherapy,

rehabilitation and sports science facilities.

ii) Facilitate access to qualified sports medicine professionals and promote collaboration with hospitals,

medical institutions, the Sports Authority of India and other public and private institutions, including

through Public-Private Partnerships.

iii) Develop standard protocols for injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and return-to-play in

accordance with nationally and internationally accepted practices.

iv) Promote awareness and capacity building among sportspersons, coaches and support personnel on

sports medicine, injury prevention and rehabilitation.

8.7

Wall of Fame

To honor and acknowledge the elite sports persons of Ladakh and inspire budding sportspersons, a Wall of

Fame will be created in every sports complex managed by the sports department, as well as in government and

private educational institutions. This initiative will inspire young sportspersons by recognizing the

achievements of distinguished sportspersons and encouraging future generations to pursue excellence in sports.

8.8

Data Bank of Sportspersons

The Department shall establish an integrated Sports Management Information System (SMIS) for registration

of sportspersons and digital management of athlete performance, sports infrastructure,

grants and other sports development initiatives. The system shall:

Maintain a comprehensive digital database of sportspersons, in

accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws.

ii) Support

evidence-based

athlete

development

through

performance monitoring, periodic assessment and training

management.

iii) Facilitate planning, monitoring and implementation of sports

programs in collaboration with the Ladakh Sports Council and

other concerned agencies.

8.9

Mapping of Sports Infrastructure & Manpower

The Department shall prepare and periodically update a geo-tagged digital

inventory of sports infrastructure and human resources, disaggregated by

sex, to support evidence-based planning, optimum resource utilization and

infrastructure development in accordance with this Policy.

8.10

Sports Tourism

The Government recognizes the unique geographical, climatic and natural

advantages of Ladakh and shall promote Sports Tourism as a strategic

initiative for enhancing sports participation, tourism, employment

generation and local economic development.

The Department of Youth Services & Sports, in coordination with the

Tourism Department and other stakeholders, shall endeavor to develop

Ladakh as a premier destination for winter, adventure and high-altitude

sports by promoting sustainable utilization of its natural resources and

sports infrastructure.

By order of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT of Ladakh.

Copy to the:

1. Joint Secretary (JKL), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

2. Joint Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of

India.

Copy also to the:

3. Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh.

4. Director General of Police, UT of Ladakh.

5. All Administrative Secretary, UT of Ladakh.

6. Secretary to Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh.

7. Deputy Commissioners/CEs, LAHDC, Leh/Kargil.

8. All Heads of the Department, UT of Ladakh.

9. Technical Director, NIC, Ladakh for uploading the notification on the

website.

10. Superintendent, Archives Ladakh.

11. Under Secretary to Hon'ble Lt. Governor for the information of the

Hon'ble Lt. Governor.

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12.PS to the Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh for the kind information of the

Chief Secretary.

13.Order/Stock file.

(Padma Angmo) JKAS

Under Secretary

Youth Services & Sports Department.

“No legal responsibility is accepted for the contents of publication of advertisements/publications in this part of The

Ladakh Gazette. Persons notifying the advertisements/public notices will remain solely responsible for the legal

consequences and also for any other misrepresentation etc.”

BHANU

PRABHA

Digitally signed

by BHANU

PRABHA

Date: 2026.08.17

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P T

RUDRA

GOUD

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GOUD

Date: 2026.08.17

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