Sikkim - The Purbottar

18 Feb

BJP Delegation Led by DR Thapa Alleges Pipeline Lapses Behind Gangtok Drinking Water Crisis

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

A delegation of the Sikkim unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by state president DR Thapa, carried out an on-ground inspection of the Ratey-Chu drinking water source, the main supply system that provides water to Gangtok. The visit highlighted serious concerns over the condition of the pipeline network and the growing drinking water shortage in the state capital. According to the BJP delegation, the inspection revealed several leakage points along the pipeline route, including three to four major breaches. Party leaders claimed that due to these leaks, nearly 40 per cent of the water diverted from the source…

17 Feb

Historic Skull Base Surgery Marks New Era in Sikkim’s Government Healthcare

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

In a major medical milestone for Sikkim, Namchi District Hospital has successfully performed the state’s first-ever endoscopic skull base surgery, marking an important step forward in the availability of advanced medical care within the region. The successful procedure demonstrates the growing capability of government hospitals in Sikkim to handle complex and specialized surgeries locally, reducing the need for patients to travel outside the state for treatment. The surgery was carried out on a patient diagnosed with Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea, a serious medical condition in which cerebrospinal fluid leaks from the skull through the nose. Doctors explained that the condition…

17 Feb

Minister Urges Confidence and Calm as Sikkim Board Examinations Commence

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

As thousands of students across Sikkim begin their board examinations, the State’s Minister for Education, Sports & Youth Affairs and Law & Parliamentary Affairs, Raju Basnet, has conveyed his warm wishes and encouragement to all candidates appearing for the important tests this year. In a message issued on Tuesday, the Minister called upon students to face the examinations with confidence, calmness, and a positive attitude, reminding them that steady preparation and self-belief are the keys to success. Basnet said that board examinations are an important stage in every student’s academic life, but they should not be seen as a reason…

16 Feb

Indra Hang Subba Applauds Rural Tourism and Orange Promotion Drive

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Shyari Constituency witnessed a vibrant celebration of rural culture and agriculture as the first Orange-cum-Village Festival 2026 was organized at Nimthang village. The festival, hosted by the United Young Youth Nimthang of Shyari Constituency, marked an important step toward promoting local traditions, strengthening village tourism, and supporting farmers engaged in orange cultivation. The inaugural event brought together villagers, farmers, youth groups, local leaders, and visitors from nearby areas, creating an atmosphere of community participation and cultural pride. The festival aimed not only to celebrate the region’s rich cultural heritage but also to highlight the economic importance of orange farming,…

16 Feb

The Family I Chose Set for Full Shoot in Gangtok After Encouraging Mumbai Meeting

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Indian cinema icon Amitabh Bachchan recently met the creative team behind the upcoming feature film The Family I Chose, a project that will be filmed entirely in Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. The meeting took place in Mumbai on Sunday and is being seen as an encouraging moment for the filmmakers as they prepare to begin production later this year.The film’s writer, director, and producer Kankana Chakraborty, accompanied by Anita Rai, met the veteran actor following a personal invitation extended by him. The interaction, though brief, turned into a meaningful exchange where the legendary actor expressed genuine interest in…

13 Feb

Roli Singh Urges Sustainable, Tourism-Led Growth at Business Meet in Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Chairperson of the National Authority Chemical Weapons Convention (NACWC), Cabinet Secretariat, Government of India, Ms. Roli Singh, held an interactive session with entrepreneurs in Gangtok on Wednesday, focusing on strengthening entrepreneurship, improving ease of doing business, and promoting sustainable economic growth in Sikkim. The session was facilitated by the Commerce & Industries Department, Government of Sikkim. The programme was attended by President of the SEED Cell, Dr. Raj Lama, members of the SEED Cell, and several local entrepreneurs representing enterprises such as Cozy Apparel, Mevedir (Himalaya Fresh), Agapi, Zhimmey Cloud Kitchen, D Gyals Creation, and Our Guest Travels. Senior government…

13 Feb

Sikkim Highlights Strong District SDG Performance at Regional Meet

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

A regional workshop focusing on strengthening the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the district level was held on February 12, 2026, at the Assam Administrative Staff College in Guwahati. The workshop, titled “North-Eastern Region Workshop on Enhancing SDG Outcomes at the District Level,” was jointly organized by NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The event brought together officials from several northeastern states to discuss practical ways to accelerate development progress across districts. Discussions during the workshop highlighted the need to move beyond monitoring progress and focus…

12 Feb

Sikkim MP Meets LPAI Chief to Boost Border Connectivity and Trade

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Lok Sabha MP from Sikkim, Dr. Indra Hang Subba, recently met Shri Jayant Singh, Chairman of the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI), in New Delhi to follow up on the proposal for establishing an Integrated Check Post (ICP) at Chiwabhanjyang along the India–Nepal border. The proposal is part of the broader vision of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) government led by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang to improve border connectivity and create new opportunities for economic growth in the state’s border regions. During the meeting, Dr. Subba discussed the importance of developing modern border infrastructure at Chiwabhanjyang Pass and…

12 Feb

Two-Day Mindfulness Workshop in Gangtok Aims to Bring Meditation into Daily Life

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Department of Buddhist and Tibetan Studies of the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (NIT), which is affiliated with Sikkim University, will organize a two-day workshop titled “Meditation for Everyday Life: Practice and Applications” on March 6 and 7, 2026, at Namgyal Hall, Deorali, Gangtok. The programme will be led by His Eminence the 8th Chokyong Palga Rinpoche, a respected spiritual teacher known for guiding meditation and Buddhist learning programmes in different parts of the country and abroad. Officials of the institute said the workshop has been planned to help participants understand how meditation can be practiced in daily life and…

10 Feb

UMEED 2026 Empowers Class XII Students with Career Guidance and Leadership Skills

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Education Department of the Government of Sikkim successfully organised and concluded “UMEED 2026,” a two-day Leadership and Career Advancement Conclave, at the Tribal Research Institute (TRI), Assam Lingzey in Pakyong district on February 7 and 8. The programme was conducted by the PM Shri Section of the department with the objective of guiding Class XII students who are preparing to move from school education to higher studies and professional careers. The conclave was designed keeping in mind the challenges that students usually face during the transition from school to college. Many students often feel uncertain about career choices, higher…