The Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Dr Pawan Kotwal convened a meeting aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency and ensuring equitable opportunities for employees across Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), Corporations, and autonomous bodies in the Union Territory of Ladakh, at the Civil Secretariat, Leh.

During the meeting, it was brought to light that out of the total of 253 employees under consideration, a significant portion hails, comprisingg 157 individuals, are from the Power Development Corporation of Jammu and Kashmir.

Thorough discussions were held regarding the establishment and formation of Corporations for the placement of employees.
It was decided that the formation and establishment of essential entities such as the Ladakh Power Development Corporation and Ladakh Cultural Academy must be expedited. This strategic move will facilitate the smooth transition of employees currently serving in J&K to their respective counterparts in UT Ladakh.

The Advisor Dr. Pawan Kotwal emphasized the importance of promptly establishing these entities so that the administrative processes be streamlined, and the integration of employees into UT Ladakh’s workforce.

The administration remains committed to ensuring the welfare and professional growth of its residents, including those currently serving outside the boundaries of UT Ladakh.

The meeting was attended by Administrative Secretaries, UT Ladakh; the Executive Manager of SIDCO, UT Ladakh; the Deputy Commissioner Leh; Heads of Departments; and the Assistant Secretary, J&K BOSE, Ladakh, while Special Secretary to Law Department; Deputy Commissioner Kargil and concerned officers joined the meeting virtually.