Sonakshi Sarkar

French Ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou, visited the Himalayan Zoological Park in Sikkim's Bulbuley area on Wednesday as part of his recent tour. Mathou and his delegation were warmly received by Pradeep Kumar, Secretary and Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) for the Forest and Environment Department, along with other officials, who introduced them to various conservation projects underway. One key initiative presented was the "My Child from the Wild" program, an animal adoption scheme designed to foster public involvement in wildlife conservation. The French Consul General's office in Kolkata has shown particular interest in supporting Red Panda conservation efforts…

The Sikkim government has announced the restoration of original pay levels for employees who transitioned from temporary to regularized roles under the state’s mass regularization drive. This update primarily affects workers in newly established roles such as Village Grievance Redressal Assistants, Village Police Guards, Marketing Assistants, and Child Care Assistants. Initially proposed in February 2020, the decision to restore pay levels ensures that employees, upon completing five years of regular service, receive appropriate compensation reflective of their contributions. These roles, introduced with the regularization process, initially lacked defined pay scales, leading to discrepancies in compensation. The Department of Personnel issued…

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang inaugurated the world’s largest Zang-dok-palri Temple at the Denjong Mindrolling Monastery on November 11, 2024. The grand event also included the consecration of the monastery, drawing people from across Sikkim and beyond. During his speech, CM Tamang emphasized the importance of this milestone for Sikkim and the entire Himalayan region, expressing pride in the temple’s completion despite delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Construction of the temple began in 2017 and persevered through the challenges to reach its inauguration. “This is not just a significant moment for Sikkim, but for the world,” Tamang stated.…

On November 10, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang participated in the "Spiritual Empowerment for a Clean and Healthy Society" event held at Manan Kendra, Gangtok. Organized by the Social Service Wing of the Brahma Kumaris, the event focused on promoting individual and collective well-being through spirituality. During his address, CM Tamang emphasized the significance of holistic living, praising the event’s emphasis on inner peace as a foundation for a healthy society. Distinguished speakers, including Dr. EV Swaminathan, BK Gireesh Bhai, BK Avtar Bhai, and BK Sonam Didi, highlighted the interconnectedness of spiritual, mental, and physical well-being, urging attendees to…

In an effort to mitigate the risks posed by Glacier Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), along with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), conducted a pioneering expedition to South Lhonak and Shako Chu Lakes from October 19 to November 5. The mission was celebrated as a milestone in GLOF risk assessment for Sikkim, addressing hazards from glacial lakes across Lachen, Lachung, and West Sikkim. At a press conference in Gangtok, Namrata Thapa, Sikkim’s Secretary and Relief Commissioner, emphasized the state’s proactive steps toward disaster resilience,…