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Ladakh Youth Train for Police Jobs in Army-Backed Zanskar Camp

The Department of Physical Education at Government Degree College Zanskar, in partnership with the Indian Army, has inaugurated a specialized training camp for local youth aiming to join the Ladakh Police. The intensive week-long program, running until April 15, is designed to prepare candidates for the rigorous Physical Endurance Test through running, shot put, long jump, and military-style drills. The free camp focuses on building stamina, discipline, and psychological resilience tailored to high-altitude conditions. This initiative is seen as a model for youth empowerment and capacity building in the remote Zanskar region.

Key Points: Ladakh Police Recruitment Training Camp Begins at Zanskar College

  • Free week-long training camp
  • Prepares for Physical Endurance Test
  • Collaboration with Indian Army
  • Tailored for high-altitude performance
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Ladakh: Specialised training camp begins at Zanskar College to prepare local youth for upcoming Police recruitment

Indian Army & Zanskar College launch free physical training camp to prepare local youth for Ladakh Police recruitment tests. Program runs until April 15.

"equip aspiring candidates with the physical competence and mental resilience required - Programme Description"

Leh, April 10

The Department of Physical Education and Sports at Government Degree College Zanskar, in partnership with the Indian Army, on Friday inaugurated a dedicated orientation and physical training camp for local youth appearing in the Ladakh Police recruitment.

In a significant and timely initiative aimed at enhancing the participation and preparedness of local youth in the upcoming Ladakh Police recruitment, the Department of Physical Education and Sports, Government Degree College Zanskar, in collaboration with the Indian Army, launched a comprehensive orientation and physical training programme.

The programme is being conducted under the close supervision of Principal Amjad Ali Abassi and Captain Abhilash of the Indian Army, whose leadership and vision have been instrumental in conceptualising and implementing this initiative.

This intensive week-long programme, being conducted from April 9 to April 15, 2026, has been specifically designed to equip aspiring candidates with the physical competence and mental resilience required to successfully qualify for the Physical Endurance Test (PET), a crucial component of the police recruitment process.

The training module is structured to cover all major components of the PET, including long-distance running, shot put, and long jump. Additionally, the programme incorporates military-style training drills, emphasising stamina building, discipline, time management, and psychological endurance.

The training regimen has been tailored to suit high-altitude performance requirements, ensuring that participants are not only physically prepared but also acclimatised to endure and excel under such demanding conditions.

The daily training sessions are being efficiently carried out by experienced instructors, including Kaushik (Indian Army) and Hussain Ali (PTI, GDC Zanskar), who bring professional expertise and field experience to the programme.

Importantly, the entire programme is being offered free of cost to enrolled students of the college, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity. Participants engage in daily structured physical drills, personalised guidance and refreshments after each session.

Beyond physical training, the initiative also serves as a platform to motivate, guide, and channel the aspirations of local youth towards meaningful career opportunities in the police and other uniformed services.

This collaborative effort between GDC Zanskar and the Indian Army stands as a model initiative, reflecting a proactive approach towards youth empowerment, community engagement, and capacity building in remote and aspirational regions like Zanskar.

- ANI

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Priya S
Wonderful to see such proactive steps for youth in Zanskar. Providing this free of cost is key for inclusivity. My cousin in Leh says job opportunities are limited there, so this guidance towards uniformed services is a great channel for their energy and aspirations.
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Rohit P
Army-College collaboration is always a win-win. The youth get discipline and a career path, the region gets better policing from locals who understand the terrain and culture. More power to Principal Abassi and Captain Abhilash! 👏
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Aman W
This is good, but I hope the selection process after the training is completely fair and transparent. Sometimes in remote areas, local politics can play a role. The focus should remain purely on merit and physical capability.
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Nisha Z
Mental resilience training is as important as the physical! High-altitude postings are tough. Preparing the youth psychologically is a very thoughtful touch. Hope they include sessions on dealing with stress and community service ethics too.
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David E
As someone who has trekked in Zanskar, I can say the conditions are incredibly challenging. Training locals who are already acclimatized makes perfect sense for an effective police force in the region. Smart, sustainable capacity building.

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