Sikkim - The Purbottar

21 Jul

Gangtok Students Back Sonam Wangchuk, Demand Exam Transparency

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

More than 15 law students gathered peacefully near the District Administrative Centre (DAC) in Gangtok on Monday to express solidarity with education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk and raise concerns over the integrity of the country's education system. The students said they were participating in their individual capacities and clarified that the gathering was not organised on behalf of their college, any Student Representative Council or any other organisation. Holding placards carrying messages such as "Fair Exams. Fair Future.", "Our Future, Our Responsibility." and "Accountability Is Not Optional.", the participants called for greater transparency and accountability in the conduct of examinations…

09 Jul

Sikkim Milk Union Extends Relief to 234 Flood-Affected Dairy Farmers in Tumin-Lingee

Paromita EditorSikkim

The Sikkim Cooperative Milk Producers' Union Ltd. (Sikkim Milk Union) on Wednesday extended a helping hand to the flood-affected dairy farmers of Lingmoo-Payong and Lingee-Sokpay GPUs under the Tumin-Lingee Constituency.The incessant rainfall caused massive flash floods across the region, severely damaging roads, agricultural land, and public infrastructure.Several connecting bridges were washed away, cutting off villages from the rest of the district and disrupting normal life.The affected area is predominantly dependent on dairy farming, with hundreds of families earning their livelihood by supplying milk to Sikkim Milk Union.However, the damaged road network and disrupted connectivity have severely affected the daily collection…

07 Jul

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Launches Forest Helpline, Unveils Mission to Plant One Million Oak Trees by 2047

Paromita EditorSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Tuesday inaugurated the Forest Training Institute, Bulbuley, and launched the Connect to Forest Toll-Free Helpline (1926), aimed at strengthening forest conservation and encouraging greater public participation.Attending the on-going Sikkim Paryavaran Parv 2026 and “A Day for Mother Earth”, the Chief Minister said the initiative reflected the State government’s commitment to protecting nature and building a greener future.“A major milestone this year is the launch of Mission Million Oak Trees by 2047. Oak forests are vital for water security, groundwater recharge, and ecological balance. Through this mission, we are investing in the long-term environmental…

06 Jul

Sikkim Publishes Draft Electoral Roll After Special Intensive Revision; Claims and Objections Open Till August 4

Paromita EditorSikkim

Sikkim’s state's draft voter nomination under Special Intensive Review 2026 has been published with State Chief Election Officer Rajkumar Yadav informing that the calculation phase was completed successfully.The CEO said the special in-depth review was conducted aimed at making the voter nomination more accurate, authentic, transparent and reliable.Informing that he received counting forms from 4,33,294 out of total 4,71,018 voters in the state in the counting phase conducted from May 30 to June 28, 2026, he said that 32 election registration officers, 37 assistant election registration officers, 75 additional assistant election registration officers, 572 booth-level officers operating at 623 polling…

03 Jul

Sikkim CM Secures Key Agreements with West Bengal on Medical Facility, Taxi Permits and Teesta River Management

Paromita EditorSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang called on the West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at the Secretariat in Kolkata on Thursday and discussed several key issues concerning the states.“During the meeting, we discussed several important matters. A key issue was the previously stalled proposal for the construction of a Suswastha Bhawan Sikkim, at the SNT Complex in Siliguri, intended to support people seeking medical treatment in the region,” Tamang said.“The Chief Minister of West Bengal acknowledged the significance of this initiative and graciously accorded his approval, and directed the concerned department to issue permission. I express my sincere gratitude…

01 Jul

Single Case of Self-Radicalisation Under Scanner; No Threat to Law and Order, Confirms Sikkim Police

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Police on Wednesday said there is no evidence of any organised terrorist module, local extremist network or communal angle operating in the state, even as it continues investigating a case involving the alleged online self-radicalisation of an individual and the dissemination of extremist content through digital platforms. The clarification came in a detailed statement issued by the office of the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Gangtok Police Range, amid the ongoing investigation. According to the police, Sadar Police Station registered FIR No. 58/2026 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 and…

18 Jun

CEO Urges Voters to Submit Forms Before June 28 Deadline

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim has successfully completed the distribution of Enumeration Forms (EFs) to all eligible voters as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, marking a significant milestone in the electoral roll revision process. Announcing the achievement on Wednesday, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Raj Singh Yadav said the state had achieved 100 per cent distribution of the forms well before the prescribed deadline. However, he stressed that the exercise would only be meaningful if voters submit the duly filled forms within the stipulated timeframe. Addressing reporters in Gangtok, Yadav clarified that receiving an Enumeration Form does not automatically…

18 Jun

Landslide Hits East Sikkim Road, Traffic Movement Affected

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Vehicular movement between Singtam and Rangpo was disrupted on Thursday morning after a landslide struck the 20th Mile stretch of the road, affecting traffic flow and connectivity along one of the key routes in East Sikkim. According to official sources, the landslide occurred in the early hours of the day, leading to the blockage of a section of the road and causing inconvenience to commuters travelling through the corridor. Authorities said restoration work has been initiated, but it may take some time before the affected stretch is cleared and reopened for normal traffic movement. Officials are closely monitoring the situation…

17 Jun

Bardang Students Develop Fuel Oil from Plastic Waste in Pyrolysis Experiment

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Students of the Mechanical Engineering Department at the Advanced Technical Training Centre (ATTC), Bardang, have successfully demonstrated the conversion of plastic waste into crude oil through an experimental project using pyrolysis technology, showcasing an innovative approach to waste management and alternative fuel production. The project was undertaken by a team of Diploma Mechanical Engineering students under the guidance of lecturer Bidhan Adhikari. The student team comprised Nivedan Hang Subba, Nawang Palzor Tamang, Aryan Sharma, Karma Sherpa and Prayog Sharma. According to the institution, the initiative was designed to explore the possibility of converting plastic waste into fuel oil while promoting…

17 Jun

Grievance Camp Set Up in Gangtok to Support Traders

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim Chamber of Commerce has expressed gratitude to the state government for its swift intervention in addressing concerns raised by traders regarding the renewal of trade licences by the Gangtok Municipal Corporation (GMC). In a statement issued by the Chamber, the trading body thanked Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang for responding promptly to the difficulties faced by traders in Gangtok and directing the concerned authorities to resolve the matter without delay. According to the Chamber, traders had approached the government with grievances related to the trade licence renewal process. After being informed of the challenges faced by the business…