Khaltse, May 01: In line with directives from Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC-Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Khaltse, Mohd Sharif, carried out an extensive inspection of Lingshed and Fotoksar Gonpas today to oversee preparations for the highly anticipated visit of His Holiness the 73rd Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang Rinpoche, scheduled from May 7 to 10, 2025.
The SDM’s visit focused on reviewing infrastructure and logistical arrangements ahead of the spiritual event, which is expected to draw a significant number of devotees. The Lingshed Photang, the designated venue for the teachings, was the central point of inspection. Key arrangements, including VIP and public parking, sanitation facilities, waste management, and traffic regulation, were evaluated on-site.
Essential services such as drinking water, electricity, seating, medical aid, and installation of a Public Address System (PAS) were discussed in detail with officials present. Mohd Sharif emphasized timely completion of all works, particularly road connectivity from Nimoo Padum Darsha (NPD) and Lingshed Fotoksar Niraks (LPN) in Singaylalok region.
Accompanying the SDM were Naib Tehsildar Wanla, Executive Engineer R&B, officials from PHE, PDD, I&FC, Police, Health, and representatives from Lingshed village, including Gonpa authorities and local leadership.
In addition to event preparations, the SDM instructed the team to assess damage caused by the recent snowfall on April 19–20. The inspection team visited affected sites to evaluate damage to roads, electric poles, irrigation canals, and local structures. Departments have been tasked with submitting detailed reports to the Khaltse headquarters, which will then be forwarded to the Deputy Commissioner’s office in Leh for relief measures.
The SDM also issued directives for the R&B Division to expedite execution work on the Dipling road, ensuring completion within the allotted timeframe.
