CEC Jaffar Akhone calls for stronger education, female literacy at UT-Level competition in Kargil

KARGIL: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, Dr Jaffar Akhone, emphasised the need to strengthen education at all levels and improve female literacy while attending the Union Territory-level Role Play and Folk Dance Competition at the Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall in Kargil.

Organised by the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Kargil, under the School Education Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, the event brought together students from Leh and Kargil to showcase their talent through theatrical performances and traditional folk dances.

Addressing the gathering, Dr Akhone described education as an essential instrument for the development and progress of society. He underlined the importance of female literacy in advancing Ladakh’s socio-economic development and called for efforts to ensure an effective and equitable education system.

The CEC also briefed participants on the teacher transfer policy and stressed the importance of physical activities as an integral part of education. He said students should have opportunities to develop beyond classroom learning to support their overall growth.

Highlighting the importance of cultural preservation, Dr Akhone stressed the need to promote Ladakh’s traditions and cultural heritage. He appreciated the Education Department and DIET Kargil for providing students with a platform to develop their skills while remaining connected with their cultural roots.

Principal DIET Kargil Khursheeda Banoo delivered the welcome address, highlighting the role of such activities in showcasing students’ creativity, talent and cultural heritage.

The programme was attended by Chief Education Officer Kargil Sonam Wangchuk; principals of Government Higher Secondary School Boys, Baroo; Government Higher Secondary School Girls, Kargil; and Higher Secondary School, Chuskore; theatre artist Kacho Ahmad Khan; and teachers and students from Leh and Kargil.

Sonam Wangchuk appreciated the students’ performances and thanked the dignitaries, teachers and organisers for supporting the event.

Students from Leh and Kargil presented role plays and folk dances reflecting their creativity, confidence and cultural traditions. A prize distribution ceremony was also held, during which Dr Akhone and other dignitaries presented prizes and certificates to the winners.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Nawaz Ali, who expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, teachers, students and organisers.