Draw of Lots Conducted in Sankoo District For Women’s Reservation in LAHDC Elections.

Publish Date : November 9, 2026

Draw of Lots Conducted in Sankoo District For Women’s Reservation in LAHDC Elections.
November 6, 2026: In connection with the elections of LAHDC-Sankoo, an exercise of draw of lots was held at the Panchayat Ghar in Thangdumbur, Sankoo District, today in the presence of representatives of various political parties, Namberdars and general public. The entire process was supervised by Deputy Commissioner Imteeaz Kacho with the assistance of Sub-Divisional Magistrate Dr. Sarwar Shahzad, Block Development Officers and other officials.
Before the commencement of the draw of lots, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with the participants and public representatives and briefed them about the purpose and importance of the reservation process and explained the procedure to be followed for the draw of lots. He also highlighted the provisions governing the reservation of constituencies for women ensuring that all stakeholders were well-informed about the process and its transparent and impartial conduct.
The draw of lots was conducted in pursuance of the directions of the State Election Commission Ladakh and in accordance with Rule 3(5) and Rule 3(6) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (Election) Rules, 2026.
Representatives of recognized political parties and public representatives and stakeholders attended the proceedings and witnessed the draw of lots. The State Election Commission also monitored the proceedings through video conferencing.
Following the draw of lots, the following five (5) constituencies, out of the total of thirteen (13) constituencies of LAHDC Sankoo, were reserved for women:
1. Thasgam Thuvina (Constituency No. 6)
2. Sangrah (Constituency No. 7)
3. Panikhar-Taisuru (Constituency No.10)
4. Saliskote (Constituency No. 11)
5. GM Pore-Tambis (Constituency No. 12)
The entire exercise was carried out following the prescribed procedure including the public display and drawing of constituency slips. Official records were maintained and the proceedings were documented through videography to ensure transparency and accountability.