Leh: A delegation from the BJP State Mahila Morcha, led by its President Rinchen Dolkar, called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), to express heartfelt appreciation for the recent resolution passed by LAHDC Leh granting 33 percent reservation for women in Hill Council elections.
Rinchen Dolkar commended the Lieutenant Governor’s role in facilitating the reservation and underscored the significance of its implementation in the forthcoming LAHDC Leh elections. She stated that the initiative would be instrumental in enhancing women’s participation in local governance and the decision-making process.
The delegation also raised concerns about the lack of hostel facilities for working women and girl students from remote areas, citing the difficulties they face in finding safe and affordable accommodation in Leh. They requested the Lieutenant Governor’s support in addressing this pressing issue.
In response, the Lieutenant Governor acknowledged that the progress toward women’s reservation in LAHDC was made possible under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He assured the delegation that the reservation would be implemented following the amendment of the LAHDC Act in Parliament.
Regarding the hostel facility request, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized the key role of LAHDC in such developmental matters and advised the delegation to approach the Hill Council to take necessary action.
Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal, IAS; President BJP State Mahila Morcha Rinchen Dolkar; and executive members of the Mahila Morcha were present during the meeting.
