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16 May

Sikkim Statehood Day: PM Modi Hails State’s Role in India’s Progress

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Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people of Sikkim on the occasion of the state’s Statehood Day, as the Himalayan state celebrates a historic milestone marking 50 years since joining the Indian Union. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister praised Sikkim’s contribution to India’s development journey and wished prosperity and good health to the people of the state. “Greetings to my sisters and brothers on their Statehood Day. The contribution of Sikkim to India’s development is deeply valued. Wishing the people of the state good health and prosperity,” Modi wrote. The Prime Minister also reflected…

16 May

From History to Tourism: Celebrating Sikkim Statehood Day 2026

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Sikkim marked its 51st Statehood Day in 2026, celebrating more than five decades as a part of India while showcasing its rich cultural heritage, peaceful lifestyle, and stunning Himalayan landscapes. Observed annually on May 16, Sikkim Statehood Day commemorates the historic occasion in 1975 when the former Himalayan kingdom officially became the 22nd state of India. The day is celebrated across the state with cultural programmes, traditional performances, official ceremonies, and tourism-focused events. Known for its pristine mountains, Buddhist monasteries, and eco-friendly tourism model, Sikkim has emerged as one of India’s most admired travel destinations. The state continues to attract…

07 May

Sikkim State Day 2026 preparations in full swing ahead of Vice President visit

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Preparations for the upcoming State Day Celebrations 2026 in Sikkim have gathered pace with the state government holding a high-level coordination meeting at the Tashiling Secretariat on Tuesday to review arrangements for the event, which will be attended by the Vice President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan. The meeting was chaired by Chief Secretary of Sikkim, R. Telang, who reviewed the overall programme schedule and assessed the responsibilities assigned to different departments for the successful organisation of the celebrations. Officials said the State Day celebrations are expected to be held on a large scale this year in view of the…

13 Apr

Indian Army and BRO Lead Successful Extraction of Drivers in Lachen

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In a significant breakthrough for rescue operations in North Sikkim, over 100 drivers who were stranded for over a week have finally been brought to safety. Following a massive road breach that cut off key transit points, a multi-agency effort successfully navigated treacherous terrain to evacuate the remaining motorists and their vehicles. A major evacuation operation in North Sikkim concluded successfully this Sunday, bringing much-needed relief to 114 drivers who had been stranded in Lachen since April 5. The motorists became trapped after a critical section of the road at Taram Chu, located along the Chungthang–Lachen axis, was severely damaged…

10 Apr

Women’s reservation Bill progress hailed as “landmark step” as Parliament session extended for amendment discussion

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Indra Hang Subba, Member of Parliament from Sikkim, has welcomed the Union Cabinet’s approval of a draft amendment Bill aimed at implementing 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies from 2029.According to reports, the Centre is preparing changes to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam to make the long-awaited provision operational. The move is expected to ensure that one-third of seats are reserved for women starting from the 2029 general elections. To enable discussion and passage of the proposed amendments, the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament has been extended by three days, from April 16…

10 Apr

LPG supply fully restored across Sikkim after temporary disruption, says government

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government has announced that the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been fully restored across the state, bringing relief to households after a recent disruption.In an official statement issued on April 9, the state’s Food and Civil Supplies Department said that LPG availability has returned to 100 per cent of pre-crisis levels. The restoration ensures that consumers can now access cooking gas cylinders without difficulty in all districts.Earlier, supplies had dropped to around 80 per cent after Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) reduced distribution due to a nationwide shortage. The shortage was linked to disruptions in global…

27 Mar

Gangtok Hosts State-Level Youth Parliament; Winners Set to Represent Sikkim in New Delhi

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In a vibrant display of civic engagement and leadership, the "Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026" was held in Gangtok yesterday. The event provided a platform for the state's brightest young minds to debate the national budget and share their vision for India’s future as a developed nation by 2047. Organized by MY Bharat Sikkim in collaboration with the NSS and the Department of Sports & Youth Affairs, the competition saw 25 participants representing various districts of the state. The central theme of the day focused on "Union Budget 2026: Strengthening the Path of Youth Towards Viksit Bharat 2047." The Chief…

13 Jan

Arunachal Governor K T Parnaik lauds Sikkim’s remarkable cleanliness drive

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh, Sikkim

Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik, the governor of Arunachal Pradesh, praised Sikkim's accomplishment of becoming the cleanest state in the nation and urged increased collaboration between the two states in areas like people-to-people interaction, sustainable tourism, and environmental conservation. The governor praised the Sikkim government's ongoing emphasis on cleanliness, environmental preservation, and civic duty during a courtesy call by Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang at Lok Bhavan in Gangtok. According to an official statement, Parnaik is in the Himalayan state on a two-day official visit. He claimed that the people's strong sense of collective ownership and public discipline…

06 Dec

Indian Administrative Service inducts two civil service officers from Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Two senior officers of the Sikkim Civil Service (SCS) have been inducted into the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) after completing the formal process of selection for the vacancies meant for the Select List of 2024. The state government confirmed the development on Friday and said that the induction has been approved as per the rules of the central selection procedures. According to officials, the two officers are Sarika Pradhan and Norzing Tsering Shenga. Both belong to the 2002 batch of the Sikkim Civil Service and have spent more than twenty years in different administrative roles in the state. Their names…

02 Dec

Sikkim tightens eco-tourism policy with ₹50 per guest sustainability Ffee

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government has mandated contributions to the Tourism Sustainable Development (TSD) Fund from all tourist accommodation facilities, including hotels, resorts, homestays, service apartments and bed-and-breakfast establishments. Under the new directive, each tourist checking in must be charged ₹50, which the establishment must remit to the government. The compliance will be monitored through the Atithi Guest Information System. The TSD Fund, introduced in March 2025, supports eco-friendly tourism, infrastructure improvements, and responsible travel initiatives across Sikkim. Officials warned that non-compliant establishments will face fines of ₹5,000 for the first month and ₹10,000 for the second month, with the possibility of…