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
- Notification regarding the designation of the Nodal Cyber Police Station and Nodal Officer under Section 79(3)(b) of the I T Act, 2000 (Gazette Vol. LXII, No. 45).
- Notification regarding the questions/items to be collected through the Household Schedule for the Census of India 2027 (Gazette Vol. LXII, No. 44).
- Directorate of Education – Applications are invited for MBBS seat reserved by the Government of Kerala origin candidates settled in Lakshadweep for the academic year 2026-27.
- Directorate of Education – Applications are invited for MBBS, BDS, BAMS and BHMS seats reserved from Lakshadweep for the academic year 2026-27.
- Notification- Voluntary Retirement of Shri. Mohammed Saleem H.B., Field Officer (ISS) Animal Husbandry. (Gazette Vol.LXII No. 43)
- Department of Fisheries, UTLA invites applications from eligible companies, firms, fishermen cooperative societies, vessel operators on lease, and boats registered in islands for the collection and transportation of fresh fishes from the Union Territ
- Notification – The Lakshadweep Fire and Emergency Service Rules, 2026 (Gazette Vol. LXII, No. 42)
- Publication of affidavits submitted by individuals regarding name changes (Gazette Vol. LXII, No. 41)
- RECRUITMENT NOTICE
- Tender Notice- Repair & Maintenance works of departmental Crafts
- SPORTS-Corrigendum
- Supply of Items for Cordelia Cruise
- Lakshadweep Times 25.08.2026
- Provisional Seniority list of Leading Fireman-Fire Force Headquarters
- Final list of candidate applied for computer programme under SMSA-Education
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
- Tender Notice- Repair & Maintenance works of departmental Crafts
- The Directorate of Fisheries, UTLA, invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from reputed, experienced and technically competent firms/agencies for the Installation, commissioning, testing of Tuna Canning Machinery along with the Completion of Partially
Vigilance Awareness Week 2025
