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
- Check list for the post of Operator (Voter Help Line).
- Corrigendum – ITI
- The last date of submission of EoI for the Installation of Tuna Canning Machinery and Completion of Partially Constructed Civil Structures at the Tuna Canning Factory, Minicoy Island, Lakshadweep is extended upto 08.09.2025.
- Empanelment of Boat Building Yard for construction of Marine FRP Deep Sea Fishing Vessels in addition to the existing 5 Yards under PMMSY
- DHS,Kvt-Rank List of candidates appeared for Entrance Examination for admission to GNC, Kavaratti Lakshadweep
- SIA Report – Land Acquisition for the construction of Play Ground for Government Senior Basic School at Kadmat
- SIA Report – Land Acquisition for the construction of a playground for Govt. Girls Secondary School at Kavaratti
- SIA Report – Land Acquisition for shifting and development of Helipad at Kadmat Island
- SIA Report – Land Acquisition for the construction of Lakshadweep House, Annex (Raj Nivas) and Approach Road at Kavaratti
- SIA Report – Land Acquisition of Additional Land for the construction of Accommodation for CRPF/AIR Force Personal Near Rajnivas at Kavaratti.
- Modified -Applications invited for 7 MBBS seats, 2 BDS seats, 3 BAMS seats and 2 BHMS seats reserved for the academic year 2025-26 for Lakshadweep
- Application invited for one MBBS seat reserved by the Govt. of Kerala for wards of Kerala Origin candidates settled in Lakshadweep for the Academic Year 2025-26
- Estt ITI-Contractual Post of Vocational Instructors/Technical Staff-Reg.
- Lakshadweep Times 24.08.2025
- Directorate of Education – Conduct of online interview for various contract post under higher Education.

Glimpses of Photos
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
RECRUITMENTS
- DHS,Kvt-Draft Recruitment Rules for Various Posts in Govt.Nursing College, Kavaratti
- Shortlist for panel for engaging faculty on contract basis to the Higher Educational Institutions.
- Sholarship application 2025-26
- Panel for engaging faculty on contract basis to the higher education institutions of Lakshadweep