Project Title: Renovation of Jangthang Hanley Guest Room

Project Details:

• Location: Jangthang Hanley
• Total Budget: INR 300,000.00 (Three Lakh Only)
• Donor Agency: Department of Home, Central Tibetan Administration (CTA)
• Year of Completion: 2024

Background: The Jangthang region, particularly Hanley, is home to a significant population and hosts important facilities such as the branch school of Tibetan Children’s Village (TCV). Recognizing the need for suitable accommodations for official visitors, the Chief Representative Office, Sonamling Tibetan Settlement, initiated a project to renovate the guest room in Hanley. However, a natural storm in May 2023 caused damage to the ceiling roof of the guest room, necessitating immediate repairs.

Project Implementation: Upon discovering the damage, the Chief Representative Office promptly notified the Department of Home, CTA, and sought funding assistance from the Ladakh office. Subsequently, the Department of Home approved the allocation of INR 300,000.00 from unutilized funds for the renovation project. The project committee convened to discuss the necessary repairs and proceeded with the work as per the approved design.

Project Objectives:

• To repair the damage caused by the storm and restore the functionality and safety of the Hanley guest room.
• To provide suitable accommodations for internal and external delegates visiting the Jangthang region.
• To address the public demand for guest accommodations without relying on external facilities such as the TCV School.

Project Activities and Achievements:

1. Damage Assessment: An assessment of the damage to the guest room’s ceiling roof was conducted to determine the extent of repairs required.
2. Funding Approval: The Department of Home, CTA, approved the allocation of INR 300,000.00 for the renovation project.
3. Project Execution: The project committee coordinated the renovation efforts, including sourcing materials, hiring labor, and overseeing construction activities.
4. Quality Assurance: Strict quality control measures were implemented to ensure that the renovation work met safety standards and adhered to the approved design.
5. Completion: The renovation of the Hanley guest room was successfully completed within the allocated budget and timeline.

Benefits and Impact:

• The renovated guest room provides comfortable and functional accommodations for official visitors, including internal and external delegates.
• Public demand for guest facilities in the Jangthang region is addressed, reducing the need to rent accommodations from external sources such as the TCV school.
• The project contributes to the long-term sustainability and efficiency of administrative operations in the Jangthang area.

Acknowledgments: The Chief Representative Office, Sonamling Tibetan Settlement, extends sincere gratitude to the Department of Home, CTA, for their prompt action and approval of the budget allocation for the renovation of the Hanley guest room. The successful completion of the project was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the project committee and the support of all stakeholders involved.