ABOUT LAKSHADWEEP
“Lakshadweep, the group of 36 islands is known for its exotic and sun-kissed beaches and lush green landscape. The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’. “
India’s smallest Union Territory Lakshadweep is an archipelago consisting of 36 islands with an area of 32 sq km. It is a uni-district Union Territory and comprises of 12 atolls, three reefs, five submerged banks and ten inhabited islands. The islands have a total area of 32 sq km. The capital is Kavaratti and it is also the principal town of the UT. All Islands are 220 to 440 km away from the coastal city of Kochi in Kerala, in the emerald Arabian Sea. The natural landscapes, the sandy beaches, abundance of flora and fauna and the absence of a rushed lifestyle enhance the mystique of Lakshadweep.
Only BSNL and Airtel provides telecommunication services to Lakshadweep Islands. BSNL provides connectivity in all 10 inhabited islands where as Airtel provides connectivity to Kavaratti and Agatti islands.
The entry to Lakshadweep islands is restricted. One requires an entry permit issued by Lakshadweep Administration to visit these islands.
WHAT'S NEW
- Notifications regarding acquisition of additional land for the expansion of RGSH, Agatti – Vol. LXI, No. 54.
- NIT- Limited Tender Enquiry – Purchase of Vehicle to Delhi
- NIT – Limited Tender Enquiry – Purchase of Vehicle
- Auction Notice along with Annexure–A – Department of Printing & Stationery, U.T. of Lakshadweep.
- Pre-Bid Meeting Notice as per the e-Tender for ‘Construction and Supply of one (1) No. 18-Meter Multipurpose FRP Patrolling Vessel’, covering design, construction, commissioning and delivery at site published by the Directorate of Fisheries, UTLA
- Notification under Section 7 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016 regarding mandatory Aadhaar for ship ticket booking services (Department of Port), and affidavits from individuals-Vol.LXI No.53.
- DHS,Kvt-E-tender for annual Laboratory items 2025-2026
- Lakshadweep Times 05.03.2026
- NIT- Disposal of the unserviceable items.
- Tender Notice- Carpentry and allied repair works on departmental Tug MT Azad of Port Shipping And Aviation at Minicoy
- NHM,AYUSH,Kvt-Selection List
- NHM,AYUSH,Kvt-Selection List
- LDCL-Re-Tender-1 Notice inviting sealed tender DISPOSAL OF OBSOLETE AND UNSERVICEABLE ITEMS.
- SIA Draft Report for the land acquisition for the construction of Government Nursing & Paramedical College at Kavaratti
- SIA Report on Land Acquisition for the pipeline installation for bulk oil storage and pol outlets at Androth Island
Glimpses of Photos
SHe-Box - Online complaint management system
PUBLIC UTILITIES
EVENTS
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G20 Programme 21/09/2023 - 30/09/2033
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Walkthrough video 22/09/2023 - 30/09/2033
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Launching Ceremony of Covid Vaccination for School Children 15-18 years 23/09/2023 - 30/09/2033
Helpline
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ArogyaSetu IVRS - 1921
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Child Helpline - 1098
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Women Helpline - 1091
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Ambulance -102, 108
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Fire and Rescue - 101
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PDS Grievances - 1967
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Electricity Grievances - 04896-263709
TENDERS
- NIT- Limited Tender Enquiry – Purchase of Vehicle to Delhi
- NIT – Limited Tender Enquiry – Purchase of Vehicle
- Auction Notice along with Annexure–A – Department of Printing & Stationery, U.T. of Lakshadweep.
- Pre-Bid Meeting Notice as per the e-Tender for ‘Construction and Supply of one (1) No. 18-Meter Multipurpose FRP Patrolling Vessel’, covering design, construction, commissioning and delivery at site published by the Directorate of Fisheries, UTLA
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