KARGIL: The Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (LAACL), Kargil, in collaboration with Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Choskore, organised an inter-school on-spot painting and music competition, providing a platform for students to showcase their artistic talent and engage with the region’s cultural heritage.
Nominated Councillor Adv. Riyaz Ahmad Khan attended the event as Chief Guest, alongside Chief Education Officer Kargil Sonam Wangchuk, Indian Youth Congress President Manzoor Ahmad Akhone, Special Officer LAACL Mohd Ali Tak, members of Village Education Committees, teachers, students and local residents.
The competition featured painting contests, musical performances, folk songs and traditional dances, drawing enthusiastic participation from students. The cultural presentations highlighted the rich artistic traditions of the region and received appreciation from the audience.
Earlier, Principal GHSS Choskore Sabiha Saif welcomed the guests and outlined the school’s achievements. She also raised several developmental requirements, including the need for learning materials, laboratory equipment and construction of a compound wall.
Addressing the gathering, Adv. Riyaz Ahmad Khan praised the efforts of LAACL and the school administration in nurturing young talent. He assured that the demands projected by the institution would be taken up with the concerned authorities for consideration.
Appreciating a traditional cuisine display prepared by students, the Councillor announced a contribution of ₹10,000 towards the activity.
Other speakers underscored the role of cultural and creative pursuits in the holistic development of students and called upon the younger generation to preserve Ladakh’s cultural traditions.
The programme concluded with the distribution of prizes and certificates among winners and participants.
