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Mangan, April 20: The Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure and Eco-Tourism (IHCAE), Chemchey under the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Government of Sikkim, continues to advance its vision of becoming one of the nation’s leading institutes for adventure-based education and training. As part of its ongoing initiatives, IHCAE Chemchey conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Basic Mountaineering and Advance Mountaineering Courses currently underway at Yumthang and Lankong valley. These courses are designed to impart essential mountaineering skills, foster resilience, and promote environmental stewardship among participants. The inspection was led by the Joint Director (Adventure), Tourism and Civil Aviation Department cum…

Gangtok, April 20 : A coordination meeting was held today at Tashiling Secretariat in connection with the upcoming National Conference on Technology and Judicial Education, to be held in Gangtok on May 1 and 2, 2026. The meeting was organised by officials of the High Court of Sikkim. The conference is expected to be graced by the 53rd Chief Justice of India, Mr Surya Kant, along with judges of the Supreme Court of India, judges from various High Courts across the country, and foreign ambassadors. The meeting was chaired by Chief Secretary, Government of Sikkim, Mr R Telang. During the…

Pakyong, April 18 : A meeting on the mapping of electors of EROLL 2025 with the last SIR EROLL 2002 was held at the Emergency Operation Center, Pakyong, today under the chairmanship of the District Election Officer-cum-District Collector, Pakyong, Mr Rohan Agawane. The District Election Officer reviewed the progress of elector mapping and examined polling parts where coverage remains below 80 percent. He sought explanations from the concerned Booth Level Officers (BLOs) regarding the shortfall in these areas. Emphasising the importance of the ongoing exercise, Mr Agawane directed that special focus be given to polling parts with mapping below 80…

Namchi, April 17: In observance of the National Fire Service Week 2026, the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Namchi organised an awareness programme-cum-mock exercise on fire safety measures at Kitam Senior Secondary School. The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Fire & Emergency Services and the Forest, Environment & Wildlife Department. The event aligned with this year’s theme, “Safe School, Safe Hospital & Fire Safety Awareness Society – Together for Fire Prevention,” and also marked the solemn remembrance of firefighters who lost their lives during the Bombay Dock Explosion 1994. Addressing the gathering, Mr Raj Kumar pradhan, SFO Namchi,…

Pakyong, April 17 : A Day of Learning & Fun: Fisheries Awareness Initiative for Students was organised by the Fisheries Department, Pakyong District, at Chief Minister’s Model School (CMMS), Assam Lingzey, today. The programme was aimed at sensitising students to fisheries development, conservation of aquatic biodiversity and the adoption of sustainable practices. It focused on enhancing awareness of the ecological and economic importance of fisheries, the threats posed by pollution and unsafe fishing practices and the need for responsible management of aquatic resources. Director of CMMS, Colonel Ujjwal Khatiwada, expressed appreciation to the Fisheries Department for organising the programme and…

PRESS RELEASE | Citizen Action Party – Sikkim | Gangtok, Sikkim | 17th April 2026 Gangtok: In a significant step towards amplifying the voices of the driving community, the Executive Council of the Drivers Council, Citizen Action Party – Sikkim, held an important meeting at the party headquarters in Gangtok. The meeting was chaired by Shri Binod Gurung, Vice President (In-Charge) Drivers Council, in the presence of Shri Asish Rai, President of the Council, District Presidents Shri Jonah Rai (Pakyong), Shri Santosh Rai (Namchi), and other executive members. The meeting echoed a strong and unified concern over the worsening road…

Pakyong, April 04 : As part of an ongoing district-wide initiative, a one-day awareness programme on State and Central Government Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) schemes under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) programme was held at the Community Hall, Duga Gram Prashasan Kendra, today. The programme is being organised by the District Industries Centre (DIC), Pakyong, under the Commerce and Industries Department, Government of Sikkim, in collaboration with the Sikkim Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (SEED) Cell. The primary objective of the programme is to create awareness on various State and Central Government MSME schemes being implemented by…

Ganesh K. Rai Pays Courtesy Visit to Former MP Dil Kumari Bhandari in New Delhi In a gesture of deep respect and concern, Ganesh K. Rai paid a heartfelt courtesy visit to Dil Kumari Bhandari, former Member of Parliament, in the national capital New Delhi, accompanied by senior party leaders. Sources informed that Smt. Bhandari has recently been unwell and has undergone medical treatment. During the visit, Shri Rai personally enquired about her health and well-being. The meeting was marked by warmth and emotional solidarity as he conveyed his concern and extended support during her recovery. Despite recent health challenges,…

Ten candidates declared elected unopposed in the General Municipal Election 2026 in Pakyong District. Pakyong, April 4 Following the completion of the nomination and withdrawal process, ten candidates in Pakyong District have been declared elected unopposed from their respective wards in the General Municipal Election 2026. The certificates of election were formally issued by the Municipal Returning Officer-cum-District Collector, Pakyong, Mr Rohan Agawane, to the following candidates: Pakyong Nagar Panchayat: Mr Inchung Bhutia of Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) for 01 Kartok Ward; Ms Rozi Gurung of Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) for 02 Dugalakha Ward; Ms Bhim Maya Chettri of Sikkim…

Pakyong, March 30 : The Additional District Collector (ADC), Pakyong, Mr Pulkit, today chaired the quarterly meeting of the District Level Vigilance Committee (DLVC) along with the first meeting of the District Level School Management Committee (DLSMC) of Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS), Parakha, at his office chamber. The meeting, organised by the Social Welfare Department, Pakyong, focused on reviewing the implementation of key social welfare legislations and addressing administrative and academic aspects of EMRS, Parakha, with the objective of promoting inclusivity, equality, and social justice for marginalised communities. During the session, Welfare Officer, Social Welfare Department, Ms Sunita Dahal,…