Ladakh Travel & Security Update – May 10, 2025, 10:00 PM IST ✈️ Flight Operations in Ladakh As of May 10, 2025, all civilian flights to and from Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) remain suspended due to national security concerns. The Indian government has issued official notices suspending flight operations at 32 airports, including Leh, until May 15, 2025. This suspension has disrupted more than 670 flight routes, impacting both domestic and international travel. Passengers are advised to monitor updates from their respective airlines and stay alert for any changes. 🏔️ Current Situation in Ladakh The security environment in Ladakh remains tense. With flights suspended, many tourists are currently […]
Ladakh Travel Update – May 10, 2025, 18:00 IST ✈️ Flight Operations in Ladakh As of May 10, 2025, all civilian flights to and from Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) remain suspended due to ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. The Indian government has extended the suspension of operations at over 30 airports across northern and western India until May 14. Flight services are tentatively expected to resume at 5:29 AM IST on May 15. More than 670 domestic and international flight routes have been affected due to this suspension. 🏔️ Current Situation in Ladakh The prevailing security scenario has caused major disruptions to daily life in Ladakh. In […]
Ladakh Travel Update – May 9, 2025: Current Situation & Flight Operations 🏔️ Regional Overview As of May 9, 2025, Ladakh remains a peaceful and picturesque destination. However, recent geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan continue to impact transportation, particularly air travel to and from the region. ✈️ Flight Operations: Leh Airport (IXL) Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) remains closed to civilian flights due to national security precautions. The Indian government has suspended flight operations at 27 airports across northern, western, and central India through May 10, 2025. Airline Responses IndiGo: Flights to and from Leh, Srinagar, Jammu, and Amritsar remain cancelled until May 10. Air India: Services to […]
Ladakh Travel Update: Current Conditions and Flight Operations (May 8, 2025) 🏔️ Regional Situation in Ladakh As of May 8, 2025, Ladakh remains a breathtaking destination for those seeking nature and cultural immersion. However, recent geopolitical tensions have disrupted civilian travel—especially by air. India’s military response, named Operation Sindoor, followed a terrorist attack in Pahalgam (Jammu & Kashmir). In retaliation, Indian airstrikes targeted multiple sites across the border. This has led to heightened security protocols and the temporary closure of northern airports, including Leh. ✈️ Flight Suspension: Leh Airport (IXL) Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) is currently closed to civilian flights. The Indian government suspended operations at over 20 […]
Ladakh Flight Update: Northern India Airports Closed Due to Operation Sindoor – What Travelers Need to Know ✈️ Travel Advisory: Flight Disruptions in Northern India Date: May 7, 2025 Reason: Military operations under “Operation Sindoor” have led to heightened security measures and airspace restrictions. 🚫 Affected Airports (Closed Until Further Notice): Srinagar (SXR) Jammu (IXJ) Leh (IXL) Amritsar (ATQ) Chandigarh (IXC) Dharamshala (DHM) Rajouri Poonch Udhampur Pathankot Bikaner (BKB) Jodhpur (JDH) Jaisalmer (JSA) Bhuj (BHJ) Jamnagar (JGA) Rajkot (RAJ) These closures are due to increased airspace restrictions following Operation Sindoor, a targeted military action in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. 🛫 Airline Advisories: IndiGo: Flights to/from Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Bikaner, […]
Introduction – Why Sankoo is Ladakh’s Best-Kept Secret Sankoo: The Green Oasis of Suru Valley is one of Ladakh’s most peaceful and overlooked destinations. Deep in the folds of the Himalayas, far from the region’s usual travel circuits, this lush valley offers a unique blend of water, orchards, crops, and tranquility. Nestled in the southern reaches of the Suru Valley in Kargil district, this small but vibrant village remains off the radar of most travelers — and that’s exactly what makes it special. What makes Sankoo Suru Valley so compelling is its striking contrast to the lunar landscapes of northern Ladakh. While much of the region is defined by its […]
A Turn Not on the Map: How I Found Chiktan by Chance Sometimes, the most unforgettable journeys begin without a plan. I hadn’t meant to find Chiktan. In fact, I hadn’t even heard of it. I was on a quiet road trip through Ladakh, chasing the familiar promise of barren landscapes and craggy Himalayan passes. My destination was loosely defined—maybe Kargil, maybe somewhere farther—but fate had its own geography. A few kilometers past Heniskot, I noticed a barely visible signboard at the edge of a bend. Time and mountain winds had stripped it of most of its paint, but one word lingered like a whisper from a past life: Chiktan. […]
Introduction to Karsha Monastery Perched dramatically on the slopes above the Stod River, just 9 kilometers from the town of Padum, Karsha Monastery is not just the largest monastic complex in Zanskar — it is the spiritual heartbeat of the entire valley. With whitewashed buildings cascading down the mountainside and fluttering prayer flags catching the mountain breeze, the sight of Karsha Gompa is enough to stop any traveler in their tracks. Founded by the revered Buddhist teacher Phagspa Sherab, this ancient complex belongs to the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) order of Tibetan Buddhism. Home to around 90 monks, Karsha is more than a place of worship — it is a living […]
Where Time Begins – Lamayuru Monastery The sun rises slowly over the stark ridges of Ladakh, casting long shadows across the crumbling cliffs of Lamayuru. Here, at nearly 3,500 meters above sea level, you do not simply arrive — you awaken into a place that feels detached from time. The village of Lamayuru, often referred to as the “Moonland of Ladakh” for its oddly eroded and lunar-like landscape, welcomes you not with fanfare, but with a profound stillness. The road that brings you here from Leh is winding and cinematic — cliffs plunging into ravines, prayer flags fluttering across rocky outcrops, and sudden glimpses of ochre-colored gompas perched impossibly on […]
🗺️ Introduction to Rangdum Monastery Nestled between the stark beauty of the Suru Valley and the mystical remoteness of Zanskar, Rangdum Monastery is more than just a religious site — it’s a cultural sentinel that connects two worlds. Set at an altitude of around 4,031 meters (13,225 feet), this high-altitude monastery stands on a small hillock, almost like an island in the middle of a vast alpine desert. It’s one of the most isolated yet spiritually powerful Buddhist monasteries in the Indian Himalayas.Though geographically located in the Suru Valley, Rangdum is culturally and spiritually aligned with Zanskar. This duality is what makes it so compelling. For travelers venturing into this […]
