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Attended the inaugural function of Golden Jubilee Celebrations of Tashi Namgyal Academy (TNA) in the school auditorium. It was also heartening to know that the students studying in TNA under the Chief Minister’s Merit Scholarship are doing exceedingly well. I urged the students to update their knowledge, skills, be competitive and try to become the best students in the country. To achieve success in this era, students should adopt creative and innovative ideas. Teachers should act as a guide to the students in shaping their future. As the premier institution […]

Happy on being felicitated by the Gorkha Territorial Administration and Hamro Swabhiman in the presence of Yog Guru Swami Ramdev ji and Aacharya Balkrishna ji at the function of 3rd International Mahasammelan held at Gorkha Rangamanch Bhawan, Darjeeling. This gesture is in recognition and appreciation of my services in the field of literature, politics and governance in the State and also on completing 21 years in office as the Chief Minister, Sikkim. It is indeed a great honour and with a complete sense of fulfillment, I share with and dedicate […]

Attended the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Namchi Public School today at Namchi. It is really heartening to know that this institution has served and achieved a lot in its journey of 25 years. On the occasion, I was bestowed felicitation by the School Principal, Reverend Father George A. D’souza. In my speech, I called upon students to work hard, make best use of time, be creative and develop problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. Students need to aim at becoming wise and successful individuals, and most importantly they need to be […]

Today, had a fruitful interactive session with Councillors, Zilla Panchayats, Gram Panchayats, Business community and the people under Namchi Nagar Panchayat at Singithang Public Play Ground, Namchi. In my address, I spoke about the State Government’s tireless effort to further extend welfare services and offer wider range of opportunities to the people of Sikkim. Urged people to pro-actively take part in tourism related activities and promote Namchi as a major tourist destination. Sought cooperation from the people of Namchi and appealed to them to contribute in any possible way to […]

I started my on-going meetings in South District by an interactive session with the school and college students of Namchi and surrounding areas at Singithang Public Ground on 16th April,2015. The main objective of this meet was to instil in the young minds the importance of education in the present day competitive world, and also to use education and learning as tools to become better human beings. Each student is a unique individual; each and every student has the capability of achieving his/her goals and contribute towards the State and […]

We have been working tirelessly for the last two decades for the betterment of the State and the people.   The fruits of our hard work and perseverance are evident for all to see. Sikkim, today has become a forerunner in many fields. Our achievements have been appreciated and lauded by many eminent personalities in different forums, both nationally and internationally. Very recently the Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modiji was once again very kind enough to appreciate our efforts in Organic Farming in Berlin, Germany. Such gestures will certainly motivate us […]

Extremely pleased to attend the Swearing-in-Ceremony of Smt Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai as the Judge of High Court of Sikkim. She has created history by becoming the first woman Judge of High Court of Sikkim. It indeed is a feather in the cap for all Sikkimese women. My congratulations and best wishes!

Today, I joined Hon’ble Governor Shri Shriniwas Patil on the occasion of 124th Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar and paid homage in the functions organized at Sikkim Legislative Assembly complex and Chintan Bhawan. Since Ambedkarji believed in humanity and equality for all, I urged the gathering to respect, uphold and practise his ideals. We should try and do good deeds that are above caste, creed, religion and community. On the occasion, I announced to introduce Ambedkar Scholarship to the topper of Chief Minister’s Meritorious Scholarship (class […]

Pleased to have attended Sai Jyoti (Festival of Inner Joy) to mark the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation at Paljor Stadium, Gangtok. Shared my thoughts on teachings being imparted by Gurukuls. A good learning atmosphere in Gurukuls are built together by Gurus and the Shisyas. Such type of value and life-based education are of utmost importance and the need of the hour. Spoke about Dharma and its importance in our lives. People should know the fact that despite the existence of numerous religions, all religions teach […]

Inaugurated “Plant Conservatory” at Bulbuley and laid the foundation stone of Interpretation Centre at Plant Conservatory complex. In order to modernize forest check-posts in the State, I launched Mobile App for online realization of revenue. Later, I also inaugurated the newly constructed Sikkim Institute of Higher Nyingma Studies (SHEDA) at Pangthang. While interacting with the monastic students, I urged them to adopt Buddhist philosophy and to make its divine teaching a way of life. The rich Buddhist culture and its heritage need to be preserved and promoted duly upholding its […]