The Centre announced the creation of five new districts in Ladakh: Zanskar, Drass, Sham, Nubra, and Changthang. Home minister Amit Shah stated this move aligns with PM Modi’s vision for a prosperous Ladakh. Additionally, after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, Jammu and Kashmir is set to hold its first elections since then in September and October 2024.