KARGIL: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, on Thursday attended the Flag-In Ceremony of the National Integration Tour organised by the Indian Army under Operation Sadbhavana, marking the successful conclusion of a 10-day educational exposure programme for students of Army Goodwill School Kargil.
The tour, conducted from June 1 to June 10, included 15 specially-abled students and covered Jammu, Delhi, Dehradun and Shimla. Designed to promote national integration, cultural exchange and educational exposure, the initiative provided students an opportunity to experience diverse social and developmental landscapes across the country.
During the ceremony at Helipad Kargil, participating students and teachers shared their experiences and expressed gratitude to the Indian Army for facilitating the tour. The Principal of Army Goodwill School highlighted the role of such programmes in building confidence, broadening perspectives and encouraging academic aspirations among students.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Akhoon commended the Army’s continued contribution to youth development in Ladakh through educational and social outreach initiatives. He said exposure visits help students understand the country’s diversity while strengthening values of unity, citizenship and national belonging.
The CEC also praised the opportunity provided to some students to interact with the President of India during the tour, describing it as an inspiring experience. Highlighting the achievements of specially-abled individuals in various fields, he urged society to support and encourage children with disabilities to realise their full potential.
Dr. Akhoon further informed that the Administration and LAHDC Kargil are working to improve facilities for specially-abled students and announced plans for a dedicated hostel to support their educational needs.
Deputy Commissioner Kargil Rakesh Kumar, senior Army officers, teachers, parents and students attended the ceremony, which concluded with the presentation of mementoes and gifts to participants.
