Kargil (The Stellar News): Project Vijayak Headquarters in Kargil came alive today with colour and creativity as the Prize Distribution Ceremony of the Painting Competition, organised as part of the 15th Raising Day celebrations of Project Vijayak, was held in a vibrant gathering of students, professionals, NGOs, and citizens.
The ceremony was graced by Chief Engineer, Project Vijayak, Brigadier Rahul Oberoi, as the Chief Guest, who distributed prizes among the winners across four categories. A total of 27 participants were recognised for their talent and imagination.
The competition, held on 07 September, revolved around the themes “Ladakh Culture and Heritage” and “Contribution of BRO to Ladakh.” Over 120 participants had earlier taken part in the event, representing schools, NGOs, orphanages, and families of BRO and Army personnel.
Winners of the Painting Competition 2025 for Schools’ Awardees (Below 12 Years Category) are First Prize, Stanzin Odthsrung, Munshi Habibullah Mission School, Kargil, Second Prize, Advika Chauhan, PM Shree KVS, Trespone and Third Prize: Abass Ali, Munshi Habibullah Mission School, Kargil and Bhavya Satwik, PM Shree KVS, Trespone and Stanzin Gyasto, Munshi Habibullah Mission School, Kargil.
In the Schools’ Awardees (Above 12 Years Open Category), First Prize, Samina Fatima, Mutahhary Public School, Kurbathang, Second Prize, Amina Banoo, Mutahhary Public School, Kurbathan and Third Prize, Mohd Murtaza, Suru Valley Public School, Kargil and Shanawaz of Jaffaria Academy of Modern Education, Kargil.
In Professional Awardees (Above 12 Years Category, NGO) First Prize: Kaniz Fatema , Team Stringmo, Second Prize Ummu-ul-Baneen, Team Stringmo and Third Prize, Hakima Banoo, Team Stringmo.
Orphanage category Consolation Awards were presented to Zainaba Banoo, Amrin Fatima, Sajida Banoo, Taslima Bilques, Sabika Banoo, and Nurin Fatima from Az-Zahra Girls Home, Kargil.
Speaking on the occasion, Brigadier Oberoi congratulated the winners and praised the creativity displayed by participants. He announced that the winning artworks will be displayed as signboards along NH-1 from Drass to Leh, with the names of the artists inscribed for public recognition.
He further informed that Project Vijayak will soon organise a Mural Art Competition, where selected artworks will be displayed on bridges along the National Highway. Brigadier Oberoi added that BRO has become an integral part of Ladakh’s culture and traditions, and continues to share a strong bond with the people of the region.
The event concluded with a group photograph of winners, school coordinators, and NGO representatives, followed by high tea for all attendees.
Project Vijayak’s cultural initiatives reaffirm BRO’s dual legacy—not only as a builder of strategic infrastructure but also as a promoter of community engagement and cultural expression in Ladakh.
