Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta Resigns After Nine Months in Office

March 5, 2026

New Delhi: Kavinder Gupta has resigned from his post as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, just about nine months after assuming office.

Gupta had taken oath on July 18, 2025, becoming the third Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory.

His resignation has drawn attention as it comes during a period of growing political and public unrest in the region.

During his tenure, several civil society groups intensified their protests over key demands related to Ladakh’s political and administrative future.

Organizations such as the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance have been leading demonstrations, demanding statehood for Ladakh, implementation of Sixth Schedule protections, and job reservations for local residents.

Gupta’s tenure coincided with these ongoing protests, which have continued to gain momentum in recent months. However, the official reason for his resignation has not yet been disclosed.

Further announcements from the central government regarding the resignation and the appointment of a new Lieutenant Governor are expected in the coming days.

About Kavinder Gupta

Kavinder Gupta is a senior political leader who has held several important positions in public life. Before being appointed as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, he served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and has also been active in state politics for many years.

Officials said that the government may soon announce arrangements for the administration of Ladakh, which could include the appointment of a new Lieutenant Governor or assigning additional charge to another administrator.

More information regarding the reasons for his resignation and the next administrative steps is likely to emerge in the coming days.