Kargil, December 15, 2025: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd. Jaffer Akhoon, also the Councillor of Thasgam–Thovina Constituency, today distributed electrical induction cooktops among beneficiaries belonging to economically weaker sections. The cooktops were provided by the Ladakh Power Development Department (LPDD) under the National Efficient Cooking Programme (NECP). The NECP is a flagship initiative of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), implemented in Ladakh through LPDD, aimed at promoting clean, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable cooking solutions. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Jaffer Akhoon congratulated the beneficiaries and stated that LPDD had supplied a limited number of induction cooktops to each Councillor. He informed that, following a transparent and proper exercise, a list of deserving beneficiaries was prepared to ensure fair distribution. He further assured that any left-out eligible households would be covered under other suitable schemes in the future. The CEC emphasized that clean cooking technologies play a vital role in reducing indoor air pollution, improving public health, and enhancing overall quality of life, particularly for underprivileged families. Highlighting the broader vision of the programme, Dr. Akhoon noted that the initiative aligns with the national goals of “Green India, Clean India”, promoting energy efficiency and sustainable living in the region. He appreciated the coordinated efforts of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency and LPDD for successfully implementing this people-centric scheme in Kargil district. The event reaffirmed LAHDC Kargil’s commitment to inclusive development, environmental sustainability, and the welfare of economically weaker sections through innovative and clean energy initiatives.