Kargil, July 26 (KNS): Socio-political activist and core member of the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), Sajjad Kargili, on Friday addressed key issues in Ladakh following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Drass War Memorial to commemorate Kargil Vijay Diwas.

During his speech, the Prime Minister highlighted the government’s increased budget allocation for Ladakh, noting improvements in road infrastructure, electricity, and employment in the region. While Sajjad Kargili acknowledged these advancements, he emphasized that significant issues in the education, health, and employment sectors still require urgent attention.

Kargili expressed concerns over the undefined status of the University of Ladakh, which currently operates as neither a state university nor a central university. He urged the government to declare it a state university to better serve the educational needs of Ladakh's youth. "This ambiguity hampers the university's ability to fully cater to the aspirations and educational requirements of our students," he stated.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Furthermore, Kargili pointed out the absence of key educational institutions in Ladakh, such as an agricultural university, a medical college, and an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT). "The lack of these institutions is a significant barrier to the academic and professional growth of Ladakhi students. Establishing these institutions would provide the youth with better opportunities and prevent the need to move to other states for higher education," he argued.

In addition to educational challenges, Kargili highlighted the pressing need for improvements in the health sector. He called for better healthcare facilities and services to ensure that the people of Ladakh have access to quality medical care. "Our health infrastructure needs a substantial upgrade to meet the growing needs of our population," kargali said. (KNS)