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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,…

Pakyong, March 30: In a pioneering initiative, Tareythang Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society (MPCS) has diversified its business portfolio with the launch of a Beauty Salon—marking it as the first-of-its-kind initiative by a cooperative society in the state. The MPCS is already actively engaged in a range of services including consumer retail business, Cash Kendra ( banking services ),Public Distribution System (PDS) and the operation of a Common Service Centre (CSC). The addition of the Beauty Salon reflects the society’s innovative approach towards meeting evolving community needs while promoting self-reliance and local enterprise. This newly launched facility is expected to greatly benefit…

Pakyong, March 26 : The 13th edition of the Lampokhari Tourism Festival 2026, themed “Experience Heritage, Celebrate Culture, Discover Nature,” commenced at Lampokhari Lake, Aritar, today. Organised by the Aritar Dalapchand Lampokhari Lake Tourism Development Society (ADLDS), the festival aims to promote tourism in the region while creating entrepreneurial opportunities for the local community through B2B engagements and cultural exchange. The inaugural programme was graced by the Advisor, Sports and Youth Affairs Development, Mr Bikram Pradhan as the Chief Guest. Also present were OSD, IT Department, Mr Bum Tshering Yonzon; DPO (Zilla), Mr Sonam Zangpo Bhutia; DE, Power Department, Mr…

Renowned litterateur C. P. Sharma, popularly known by his literary name Prakash Bhattarai, from Soreng district of Sikkim has been named for the Nepali Sahitya Akademi Award in recognition of his contribution to Nepali literature. Bhattarai is known for several literary works, including “Nepali Parampaarik Sanskriti ra Sabhyatako Dhukuti,” which highlights the richness of Nepali language, culture and tradition. Through his writings, he has played a significant role in preserving and promoting Nepali heritage. Apart from literature, Bhattarai has also made notable contributions in the field of education. He served as a PGT Nepali teacher and later as the Principal…

Pakyong, March 14 : Minister for Rural Development Department (RDD), Cooperation Department and Panchayati Raj, Mr Arun Kumar Upreti, in the presence of MLA-cum-Advisor for Women, Child, Senior Citizen and Divyangjan Welfare Department, Mrs Pamin Lepcha, conducted an inspection following a complaint raised by the local public regarding the newly constructed PMGSY road at Tanki Lakha Tokchi, Pakyong today. The inspection also had the presence of Panchayat President; Ward Panchayat; Chief Engineer, Rural Development Department, North East, Mr Ringzing Dorjee Gyalsten; SE PMGSY, North East, Mr Karma Gyurmee Bhutia; SDM (HQ), Mr Thendup Lepcha; DE PMGSY, Mr Nima Tashi Bhutia;…

Rhenock, Pakyong: 12 March 2026 An Awareness-cum-Felicitation Programme along with distribution of materials to WDS, ICDS and Vending Machines of Rhenock and Tarpin GPK under Rhenock BAC was successfully organised by the Zilla Panchayat, Rhenock Tarpin Territorial Constituency under the leadership of Smt. Babita Gadaily at RBG Secondary School, Tarpin, Rhenock. The programme was graced by Advisor to the Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Bishnu Kumar Khatiwara as the Chief Guest. Several dignitaries attended the event, including OSD to HMLA Shri D.B. Chhettri, OSD to Directorate of Sikkim Lotteries Shri Santosh Kumar Pradhan, CA to HCM Shri Urgen Lepcha, SDM Rongli…