SUCCESSFUL CONDUCT OF LADAKH STUDENT UNION ELECTIONS, LEH CAMPUS - 2024

𝐒𝐔𝐂𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐅𝐔𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐇 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒, 𝐋𝐄𝐇 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐔𝐒 - 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 The Leh campus of the Ladakh University proudly announces the successful completion of the Ladakh Student Union Elections 2024. The elections were held on October 7, 2024 with great enthusiasm and active participation from the student body, demonstrating the democratic spirit and unity of the campus community. This year's elections witnessed a healthy voter turnout, with students from diverse backgrounds coming together to elect their representatives. The election process was conducted in a transparent, free, and fair manner under the supervision of the campus election committee, Dean Student Welfare Dr. Jigmat Dachen and chief election officer Dr. Kailash B. Goswami of Leh Campus, ensuring adherence to democratic norms and guidelines. Voting took place on October 7, with ballot boxes positioned at three different polling booths in the Leh Campus, ensuring easy access for all students. Key positions contested included: President, Vice President, General Secretary, Joint Secretary, Sports Secretary, Media Secretary and Treasurer. Each candidate actively engaged with the student community through debates and presentations, addressing issues important to the campus such as academic development, cultural preservation, and infrastructure improvements. The campaign period was marked by respectful and constructive dialogue, fostering a spirit of collaboration and shared vision among the student body. The campaign period was vibrant, with candidates engaging in public debates and panel discussions. These events provided students with the opportunity to voice their concerns, ask critical questions, and better understand the visions and platforms of each candidate. The voting process was conducted with meticulous care and efficiency. Special provisions were made to ensure accessibility for all students. The entire election process, from campaigning to counting of votes, was overseen by an independent election committee comprising faculty members, and student volunteers to ensure impartiality. Election Highlights: Voter Participation: Over 80% of the student body exercised their right to vote.  Diversity of Candidates: Candidates came from a variety of disciplines, ensuring a wide representation of interests. लद्द विशविव्ल् UNIVERSITY OF LADAKH Office of the Election Officer Leh Campus Email: [email protected] Smooth Conduct: The Election Day proceeded without any disruptions, thanks to efficient coordination by the election committee, faculty members, and student volunteers and candidates. Newly Elected Representatives for 2024-2025: 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗮𝗹, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗧𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗹, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆: 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝗵𝗼, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗭𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗵𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗻, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆: 𝗠𝗼𝗵𝗱. 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘁𝗵, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆: 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘇 𝗔𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗱, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗯𝗴𝗮𝘀, 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 The newly elected office bearers have expressed their commitment to improving the student experience at the Leh Campus, addressing pressing issues such as enhanced academic support, improved hostel and campus facilities, and organizing cultural and sports activities that promote the rich heritage of Ladakh. They also plan to work closely with the university administration on student welfare policies and initiatives. In the victory speech, Stanzin Kunsal expressed gratitude to the students for their support and pledged to address key issues affecting the student community, including academic resources, student welfare, and community engagement. The university administration extends its congratulations to and all candidates who participated, acknowledging their efforts to enhance student representation and voice within the institution. The Ladakh University administration looks forward to a fruitful term under the new leadership and encourages all students to engage actively in union activities. The LUSU and the Leh Campus administration extend their heartfelt gratitude to the election committee members, volunteers, and student coordinators, whose tireless efforts ensured the smooth conduct of the elections. Their dedication to ensuring a fair and unbiased electoral process contributed immensely to the success of the event.