LEH DEC 11: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta Thursday called for a robust, technology-focused policing strategy to tackle the growing menace of white-collar terror groups, networks that operate through covert funding, logistics, and intricate planning instead of direct violence.
Speaking at the closing session of the 2-Day State, UT-Level Conference on implementing key police recommendations, held at the CIBS Auditorium in Choglamsar, Gupta highlighted the need for heightened intelligence, financial tracking, cyber monitoring, and seamless inter-agency collaboration.
He stressed rapidly deploying modern investigative tools and advanced police training to stay ahead of these sophisticated, technology-enabled threats.
“White-collar terror modules represent an evolving security challenge and require enhanced intelligence gathering, financial-trail tracking, cyber vigilance and seamless inter-agency coordination,” LG said.
The Lt Governor said that Ladakh’s unique realities—its strategic location, challenging climate, limited connectivity and rapidly evolving security environment—necessitate a shift from conventional policing to technology-enabled, intelligence-led and community-engaged proactive policing.
Calling the conference, a critical platform for strengthening Ladakh’s security framework, he stressed the urgent adoption of modern investigative tools, advanced training, and data-driven decision-making so that the police remain fully prepared to counter emerging, tech-enabled threats.
The Lt Governor also highlighted the growing challenge of radicalisation, urging the police to prioritise community engagement, awareness campaigns, educational outreach and early-intervention mechanisms to safeguard youth and protect Ladakh’s social harmony.
Outlining a roadmap for “Surakshit Ladakh” aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat, he said the region’s security architecture must be built on robust intelligence systems, cyber vigilance, modern infrastructure, AI-driven monitoring, geospatial intelligence, advanced communication tools, and strong community partnerships.
He emphasised that modern policing requires continuous upgradation of skills through structured training programmes, field exercises and digital learning platforms such as iGOT, enabling Ladakh Police personnel to stay adaptable and resilient.
Recognising Ladakh Police’s important role in tourism management, public order and border security, he said ensuring tourist safety and vigilant border policing is vital to the UT’s security and economic growth.
Calling the conference discussions “action-oriented and outcome-focused,” the Lt Governor urged officers to frame clear, measurable and implementable recommendations. Reaffirming full support from the Union Territory Administration, he expressed confidence that Ladakh Police will evolve into a modern, accountable and citizen-centric force and emerge as a model for the country.
Earlier, DGP Ladakh, Dr SD Singh Jamwal, in his address, briefed about the All India DGsP/IGsP Conference 2025 held in Bhubaneswar, where the Prime Minister directed that the conference recommendations be disseminated and implemented across States/UTs to improve policing skills and efficiency.
He informed that recommendations relevant to Ladakh—such as disaster management, crime control, cyber-crime, tourist safety, law and order efficiency, technology platforms for better policing and the new criminal laws—were shared and deliberated with participants during the two-day conference.
Principal PTC Stongsar, Altaf Shah, summarised the conference, highlighting implementation of DGP/IGP recommendations, iGOT Karmayogi training, NATGRID, CCTNS 2.0, disaster management with UTDRF, modern anti-riot and crowd control techniques, narco investigation tools, tourist safety via the Jullay Tourist app, and the role of AI and OSINT in strengthening Ladakh policing.
Vikas Kumar, in-charge DIG Leh–Kargil Range, briefed the Lt Governor on the objectives of the two-day conference, while Staff Officer to DGP, Shri Farhan Jahanzeb Naqash, delivered the vote of thanks.
Among those present were IG NWF ITBP Akun Sabharwal, Principal District and Sessions Judge Leh Spalzes Angmo, senior police officers, judicial officers and resource persons.
Earlier in the day, the LG inaugurated the 2-Day Cooperative Trade Fair 2025 organised by the Department of Cooperative, UT Ladakh, showcasing achievements of the cooperative sector and opening new avenues for future growth.
Addressing the gathering, the Lt Governor emphasised that the event not only displays accomplishments of the Cooperative Sector but also paves the way for new directions and opportunities.
He highlighted the pivotal role of cooperatives in geographically challenging Ladakh, where Consumer, Marketing, and Agricultural Societies ensure the availability of essential commodities, agricultural inputs like fertilizers and vermi-compost, vegetables and fruits during harsh winters, and fair market access for local products.
He stressed that these efforts exemplify the strength of the cooperative movement, which has become the backbone of Ladakh’s rural economy.
Noting the United Nations declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives, the Lt Governor took pride in Ladakh’s enthusiastic adoption through initiatives like the cafeteria-cum-showroom inauguration, awareness workshops in Hanley and Khaltsi, distribution of milking machines to dairy farmers, school programmes, organic manure drives, mass plantations, and fruit processing demonstrations—all empowering communities toward self-reliance and progress.
Recalling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, he referenced the mantra “Sahakar Se Samriddhi,” which infuses new energy into cooperatives, emphasising partnership for economic progress, social unity, collective strength, and sustainable development. He described the exhibition as a strong symbol of this national resolve.
Looking ahead, he outlined the need to modernise cooperatives through digital platforms, branding, value addition, packaging, and quality improvement, urging youth and women entrepreneurs to drive innovation for Ladakh to emerge as a leading cooperative region.
In his concluding remarks, the Lt Governor reaffirmed the UT Administration’s commitment to policy support, financial aid, quality enhancement, and institutional strengthening to make Ladakh’s cooperative network a model of self-reliance and sustainability.
He expressed confidence that the fair will strengthen community unity, partnership, and prosperity, resolving collectively to make Ladakh a model of self-reliance, progress, and harmony through cooperative spirit.
