Ladakh L-G Saxena approves creation of 5 new districts

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday (April 27, 2026) approved the creation of five new districts in the Union Territory, fulfilling the long-pending demand of the people of the region.

He termed the decision a "historic day" for Ladakh.

"I have approved the notification for the creation of five new districts in Ladakh, fulfilling the aspirations and long-pending demand of the people of Ladakh," the LG said in a post on X.