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10/12/2023

Accident at Pani House between Army Vehicle and Private Vehicle at around 4 PM

10/12/2023

District Collector convenes meeting with central PDNA team

Gangtok, Dec 10 (IPR): Mr Tushar G Nikhare, District Collector and Chairman, District Disaster Management Authority convened a meeting today with the central expert team for Post Disaster Need Assessment (PDNA) in the State.

The meeting had the presence of Mr Prabhakar Rai, Special Secretary and Director SSDMA, Ms Radha Pradhan, ADC, Development, Mr Milan Rai, ADC Gangtok, Mr Rahul Dey, NDMA-CDRI, Mr Mickey M Dalbehera, Sr Scientist, CSIR-CBRI, Roorkee, Dr Piyush Gourav, Sr Consultant, NDMA, official from the Allied departments along with the officers of DAC, Gangtok.

The central team along with the PDNA team of Gangtok District visited the areas affected by the flash floods to assess the aftermath and evaluate the extent of the damage. The purpose of this two-day survey was to provide a comprehensive overview of the observations, findings and recommendations resulting from their visit.

During the meeting, different departments put forth their futuristic plan before the chair which were then discussed thoroughly with the expert team. The officials of the different departments informed that the data had been submitted to the concerned head. The meeting delved into strategies for mitigation of the risk of future flash floods considering both short-term measures and long-term sustainable solutions. This involved land use planning, an early warning system and community preparedness. Many suggestions and feedback were noted by the experts.

The District Collector said that there is a need to develop a community resilience programme to enhance preparedness for similar kinds of adversity. He highlighted that the department should invest in infrastructure improvement that considers climate resilience. He stated that the departments should utilize technological advancements to enhance forecasting and response capabilities. He urged the representatives of different departments to emphasize fostering collaboration between the central expert team.

Mr Prabhakar Rai in his concluding remarks said that the expert team are here to support the department in preparing the final report to be submitted before the Government of India. So in this regard, he urged the Post Disaster Need Assessment (PDNA) to take the suggestions of the expert for devising a comprehensive report to address the flashflood aftermath. Lastly, he applauded the assigned field officials and staff who had worked tirelessly during the aftermath.

10/12/2023

प्रेस विज्ञप्ति
10.12.2023

सिक्किम क्रान्तिकारी मोर्चा पार्टीको आगामी रोलू दिवसलाई लिएर आज पार्टीको शीर्ष पदाधिकारीहरूको सभा रोलू परिसरमा सम्पन्न भयो । प्रतिवर्ष पार्टीको एक उत्सवको रूपमा पालन गरिने रोलू भोजलाई सफल बनाउनका निम्ति सबैको जिम्मेवारी र दायित्व माथि बहस गर्न आयोजन गरिएको सभामा पार्टीका सेक्रेटरी जेनरल एवं विधानसभा अध्यक्ष अरूण उप्रेती, विधान सभा उपध्यक्ष साङ्गे लेप्चा युवा उपाध्यक्ष प्रभारी एवं मन्त्री सञ्जित खरेल, विधायक अदित्य गोले, विधायीका सुनीता गजमेर विभागीय सल्लाहकार,अध्यक्षगण,पार्टि उपाध्यक्ष भोजराज राई मुख्यमन्त्रीका राजनीति सचिव जेकब खालिङ मुख्यमन्त्रीका प्रेस सचिव विकास बस्नेत, नारीध्यक्ष कला राई, जिल्ला पञ्चायत अध्यक्ष, उपाध्यक्ष, पार्टीका विभिन्न पदमा रहेका कार्यकारी समिति लगायत पार्टीको विभिन्न पदमा आसिन जिल्ला स्तरीय समष्टि स्तरीय कार्यकर्ताहरुको बाक्लो उपस्थिति रहेको थियो ।
रोलू दिवसको आगामी कार्यक्रमलाई लिएर सभामा व्यापक चर्चा गरीयो । साथै कार्यक्रमलाई सफल बनाउन पार्टी कार्यकर्ताहरूले आ-आफ्नो तहबाट गरिनुपर्ने कार्यहरूबारे पनि चर्चा गर्दै कार्यक्रमको रूपरेखा सम्बन्धि बहस गरियो । सभालाई सम्बोधन गर्दै अरूण उप्रेतीले आउँदो कार्यक्रमलाई सबैको समन्वयमा सफल बनाउनुपर्ने मन्तव्य गरे । सबै कार्यकर्ताहरूले निष्ठावान र समर्पित भएर कार्य गर्नुपर्ने दिशामा उनले जोड दिए । उपस्थित समुहलाई सम्बोधन गर्दै प्रवक्ता जेकब खालिङ विशेष गरी पार्टीको विभिन्न भातृ संगठनहरू छन् भने सबैले संगठित भएर कार्यक्रमको तयारीमा लाग्न सके यसलाई सहजै सफल बनाउन सकिन्छ भन्ने विचार प्रकट गरे ।
सभालाई युवा उपाध्यक्ष प्रभारी एवं मन्त्री सञ्जित खरेलले पनि सम्बोधन गरेका थिए । जसमा उनले उपस्थित कार्यकर्ताहरूलाई रोलू उत्सव सफल बनाउन उत्प्रेरित गर्दै यसमा सबैजना एकजुट हुनुपर्ने बताए । अन्तमा उपस्थित कार्यकर्ताहरू बीच खुल्ला विमर्श भएको थियो । जहाँ,उनीहरूले आ-आफ्नो सुझाव र सल्लाहहरू राखेका थिए भने कार्यक्रमको निम्ति विभिन्न दायीत्व र पदभारहरु पनि आजको सभाले सुम्पिएको छ ।

नवीन दाहाल,
समन्वयक, प्रचार-प्रसार, पार्टी मुख्यालय
सिक्किम क्रान्तिकारी मोर्चा

10/12/2023

Advisory and detailed traffic plan issued by Home Department, Government of Sikkim, to ensure successful conduct of the one day religious teachings in the revered presence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, at Paljor Stadium, Gangtok, on 12th December, 2023.

Public at large is requested to adhere to the Advisory in letter and spirit and to extend all cooperation to the Government officials on duty and the law enforcing agencies.

An appeal is also made to the general public to bear the inconveniences caused due to the interim restrictions imposed.

10/12/2023

NDMA officials present Post Disaster Needs Assessment Report to the Chief Minister

Gangtok, Dec 10 (IPR): Chief Minister Mr Prem Singh Tamang met a 15-member delegation comprising officers of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and domain experts from various organizations at his official residence, Mintokgang, today.

The delegation, led by Mr Kunal Sathyarthi, Joint Secretary NDMA and escorted by Mr Prabhakar Rai, Director SSDMA along with Mr Rajiv Roka, Additional Director SSDMA, discussed the purpose of NDMA's involvement, emphasizing their expertise in disaster management. Director SSDMA highlighted the significance of their mission.
Joint Secretary NDMA commended the immediate actions taken by the Government of Sikkim and SSDMA in the recent natural disaster, and the timely evacuation of people from Chungthang and low lying areas along Teesta basin, saving numerous lives. Mr Kunal Sathyarthi also praised SSDMA for conducting regular Mock Drills.

Emphasizing the importance of Post Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) for Recovery, Reconstruction, and Rehabilitation, JS NDMA stressed the need for the state to conduct a comprehensive assessment.

Sector experts shared their findings and proposed remedial measures during the meeting. The Chief Minister acknowledged and appreciated these suggestions, expressing gratitude to the entire team for their support in preparing a robust PDNA report. This report is slated for submission to the Government of India, marking a collaborative effort in disaster management.

Mr PK Das, Sectoral Expert, applauded the work executed in the field by the communication specialist and emphasised on the safety features to be taken up during the upcoming monsoon. A strong town planning with building bye laws was also highlighted. He also recommended for reconstruction of houses following traditional culture and practises emphasising upon people centric approach towards rehabilatation and reconstruction.

Mr CP Mohan, Sectoral Expert, highlighted upon the silt deposit in the farmlands which may affect the recultivation as such suggested for bamboo plantation. Mr Indranil Bose who looks at the road sector suggested a proper design framework and construction of Jholungey/traditional bamboo bridges at intervals for the purpose of making it convenient for the people to commute. He also requested the concerned Department to keep provisions in recovery plan for people connectivity. Mr Vivek reflected upon the livelihood issues with emphasis on Animal Husbandry sector as the Agriculture sector has been totally damaged due to the flash flood. He also suggested for pisciculture practice and extraction of mines/sand and stone quarrying as a revenue resource towards which a Notification is suggested to be issued by the Department of Forest.

Mr Amit Tandon in his part reflected upon the livelihood issues, community needs towards social sector and open spaces to be located at all places. Mr Jena applauded the SSDMA for the prompt actions taken after the disaster.

10/12/2023

On the Morning of 9th December, the spiritual leader Dalai Lama arrived in New Delhi. Following his landing at Bagdogra Airport on December 11, he is set to travel to Sikkim on December 12.

There, he will deliver a lecture and bestow blessings upon his followers at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok.

10/12/2023

बधाई छ मनिकालाई ।
दि भोइस अफ नेपालको उत्कृष्ठ 12 मा पर्ने सफल सिक्किमकी छोरी मनिकालाई बधाई।

10/12/2023

राबौङ संघनाथ
09/12/2023
संघनाथ ईस्तिथ लोवर चेखि होरेप एकाडमीको वार्षिक समारोह कार्यक्रम आज भब्यरुपमा सम्पन्न भयो।

उक्त समारोहमा बर्फुङको प्रख्यात समाजसेवी श्री एन टी भोटिया मुख्य अतिथिको रुपमा उपस्थित हुनु हुन्थियो यसरी नै समारोहमा बर्फुङको पूर्ब चुवाव प्रत्यासी श्री लोब्जाङ भोटिया विशिष्ट अतिथि रहनु भयो भने अन्य अतिथि गणहरुमा जिल्ला पंञ्चायत श्रीमती इन्द्रमाया राई, बोरोङ फामताम ग्राम पंञ्चायतबाट शुश्री लिलामाया मगर सभापति श्री गर्जामान तामाङ, श्रीमती भोलामाया छेत्री, श्री टेकमान गुरुङ, श्रीमती चन्द्र कला सुब्बा, रायोङ तिनकिताम ग्राम पंञ्चायतबाट श्रीमती पेमाडिकी भोटिया सभापति, श्री सोम राज मगर, श्रीमती सरिता छेत्री, संघनाथ ग्राम पंञ्चायतबाट श्री महेश राई सभापति, श्रीमती रोदा लेप्चा, शुश्री कलपना राई, श्री पालचन राई, शुश्री सुजाता राई, एसकेएम पार्टीको वरिष्ठ कार्यकर्ताहरु सहित भारी संख्यामा गाउँले मानिसहरुको उपस्थित थियो ।

स्वागतबाट शुरू गरिएको वार्षिक समारोहमा होरेप एकाडमीको विद्यार्थीहरुद्वारा सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रमहरु पनि प्रस्तुत गरियो ।

यसरी नै कार्यक्रममा होरेप एकाडमीलाई बिभिन्न क्षेत्रबाट योगदान दिने मानुभावहरुलाई अभिनन्दन पनि जनाईयो भने साथै मुख्य अतिथि तथा विशिष्ट अतिथिलाई पनि योगदानको कदर गर्दै एकाडमीले अभिवादन पत्र द्वारा सम्मान जनाईयो ।

सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रममा भाग लिने विद्यार्थीहरुलाई प्रोत्साहन स्वरूप मुख्य अतिथिको बाहुबलीबाट टोकन आफ लब र नगत राशि प्रदान गरे।

आज सम्पन्न वार्षिक समारोहमा मुख्य अतिथि समाजसेवी श्री एन टी भोटियाले समारोहलाई सम्बोधन गर्ने क्रममा आफ्नु ब्याक्तिगत पक्षबाट होरेप एकाडमीलाई प्रतेक बर्ष गरी पाँच बर्षसम्म एक लाख बिस हजार (One Lakh Twenty Thousand) दिने घोषणा गरेका छन् । भने यस बर्षको एक लाख बिस हजारको चेक राशि आज सम्पन्न समारोहमा एकाडमीलाई हस्तांतरण गर्नु भयो ।

यसरी नै समारोहमा उपस्थित विशिष्ट अतिथि पूर्ब चुवाव प्रत्यासी श्री लोब्जाङ भोटियाले पनि समारोहलाई सम्बोधन गर्ने क्रममा आफ्नु ब्याक्तिगत तर्फबाट होरेप एकाडमीलाई कमप्यूटर set प्रदान गर्दै रहल बाकी दिनहरुमा आफ्नु ब्याक्तिगत तर्फबाट हुनु सक्ने सहायता दिने बचन दिए ।

09/12/2023

The Governor of Sikkim visits various Gram Panchayat Kendras' of Pakyong District.

Pakyong, 9 December (IPR): The Governor of Sikkim, Mr Lakshman Prasad Acharya, conducted an extensive tour encompassing the Taza Gram Panchayat Unit, Amba GPU Taksang Kaizaly Ward, and Namcheybong Gram Panchayat Kendra, within the Pakyong District.

During the visit, Panchayat Presidents and members of the area apprised the Governor of the ongoing developmental initiatives within their respective Gram Panchayat Units (GPUs) and articulated their essential demands.
�Mr Arjun Pathak of Taza Panchayat delivered a comprehensive overview of the area, accentuating the noteworthy accomplishments of the village, particularly in the realms of organic farming and the Tuberculosis-Free (Tb Mukt) GPU initiative.
Likewise, Panchayat President Ms. Anjana Thapa of Taksang Kaizaly presented a brief summary of the ward, outlining the critical demands of the locality before the Governor.
�Subsequently, at Namcheybong GPU, Mr Kishor Kumar Rai, the Panchayat President, accompanied by Zila and Panchayat members, outlined their development-centric demands for the area.
�Earlier in the day, the Governor participated in the Shri Shri Shri Shiva Maha Puran Katha at Kaizeley, organised by the Kaizaley Mandir Samaj in Pakyong District. Engaging in prayers at the mandir, the Governor expressed gratitude for the privilege to worship the idols therein.

Addressing the gathering, the Governor conveyed his heartfelt wishes, stating, "God bless Sikkim and its people amidst all-natural calamities." He congratulates the samaj for orchestrating the puja, emphasising its profound significance in promoting welfare, societal well-being, and the preservation of religious values.

In addition, the Governor praised the substantial gathering of women at the event, underscoring the rich cultural traditions of the region. He concluded by expressing gratitude for having been a part of the Puran and for having received Lord Shiva's blessings.

The Governor was accompanied by Area MLA Bishnu Kumar Sharma, Zila Upadakshya Ms Prava Pradhan, SDM Pakyong Mr Tshering Bhutia, SDM Rongli Mr DS S***a, Puran President Mr Udya Mishra, Panchayat President of Amba GPU Ms Anjana Thapa, Panchayat President of Namcheybong GPU Mr Kishor Rai, and officials from various line departments.

Report by DIO Pakyong

09/12/2023

The Chief Minister attends the Ex-Servicemen Association Annual Meet of Sikkim at Saramsa Garden.

The Chief Minister, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, attended the annual meet of the Ex Servicemen Association of Sikkim (E.S.A.S.) at Saramsa Garden, Ranipool, today.

The Chief Minister praised the military and veterans for their enduring devotion to duty during his address, highlighting their selfless sacrifice under all conditions. He acknowledged them as the guardians and protectors of the nation, fostering a sense of security among its citizens. Expressing gratitude, he thanked everyone present at the event.

He also urged the youth of the state to draw inspiration from their dedication and incorporate it into their own lives. Encouraging them to consider a career in the armed forces. He announced plans to initiate an awareness programme throughout the state to inform and urge the youth to join the armed forces, encouraging them to speculate concerning a career in the army.

The Chief Minister announced that a family member of an army person who sacrificed lives in service will be given a compassionate appointment in government service, similar to the one given to the families of the Sikkim Scouts. This initiative aims to honour the sacrifices made by servicemen and offer crucial support to their families.

As a gesture of support, the Chief Minister declared assistance through the Chief Minister Fund for the education of children of army service and ex-servicemen.

Additionally, he committed resources from the Zilla Sainik Board to provide vehicles in six districts.

The annual meet featured felicitations for prominent ex-servicemen along with the family members of the preeminent figures, which are as follows:

• Cadet Pratik Pradhan

• Mr Tshering Gyalchen Bhutia

• Hav (PA) Krishna Mani Sharma

• PTR Sonam Tshering Tamang, a serving soldier and a "Shaurya Chakra" awardee

• Hav Krishna Bahadur Rai

• Mrs Prem Lata Lama w/o Mr Diki Tshering Lama, 2/10 Gorkha Rifles Aritar

• Mr Chandra Bahadur Rai

• Sub-Sonam Tshering Lepcha

• Nk Dilli Ram Chettri

• Sub Maj Zimba Bhutia

• Mrs Zhangmu Lepcha Widow of Hav Tashi Lepcha

• Nk Bhim Kumar Gurung

Furthermore, the Chief Minister interacted with the army personnel and their families while addressing their grievances.

Also present at the event were Mr Lok Nath Sharma, Minister of Agriculture,Horticulture, A.H. & V.S., Labour Department; Mr Dup Pinsto Kaleon, Chairman of SISCO; Mr Bishnu Sharma, Chairman of STCS Deorali; Mr Kado Tshering Bhutia, Advisor Commerce and Industries Department; Mr S D Dhakal, IAS and Secretary to HCM; Major General Amit Kabthiyal; Lieutenant Colonel Vinod Vishwanath; Col D N Bhutia, Former Secretary of Rajya Sainik Board (R.S.K.) and President of E.S.A.S; DC Pakyong, Sr SP Pakyong, along with officers and members of the Army fraternity and police personnel.

09/12/2023

A man with Golden Heart Shri.Karma Pintso Bhutia ,Panchayat of Ravangla Bazar donated his 1month Honorarium to Holy Faith English School during Annual Function cm Post Children’s Day Celebration for helping the School to meet with basic needs and promised the School to help more in near future believing Education is the pillar of foundation for every Children’s for bright future.

09/12/2023

[FOLLOW-UP]
BLIND HIT AND RUN CASE SOLVED WITHIN 12 HOURS BY TEAM OF RHENOCK PS LED BY SHO PRASHANT RAI

Brief fact of the case:
On 08/12/2023 at 1845hrs a call book intimation was received from MO CHC Rhenock stating a patient named Rup Narayan Pradhan,55yrs was brought to emergency room in an unconscious state after he was found abandoned near the roadside at Upper Tarpin. Accordingly RPS FIR Case No15/2023 ,u/s 279/336/338 IPC r/w 184 of MV act 1988 was registered against unknown person and investigaton was initiated. Since the victim was the only person acquainted with fact of the case and in absence of eyewitness, PO was minutely examined for gathering every clue available.During examination of PO tiny scrappings of car paint (midnight blue in colour) was traced. Similarly other factors like height of the victim, parts of his body where major injuries were present, statement of witnesses (last seen theory) was considered for narrowing down the probable time of incident and type of vehicle involved in commission of crime. Theafter search of vehicle involved was intitaied .Since the PO was seculuded from the residential area no CCTV cameras were found . As such footages available available at every place along the highway including petrolpumps and hotels were examined. Footages available at the said areas could not provide conclusive evidence as the colour of vehicles passing by couldn’t be identified due to night vision mode. In search of vehicle resembling colour scrappings recovered from PO one damaged van BrNo SK 01 T 2264 was traced at Putul Garage near Tarpin School which was left abandoned by the owner. Since the vehicle recovered was damaged on the frontal part and it’s body paint matched with the scrappings recoverd from the PO the search for the driver involved was initiated. Finally the alleged " DRIVER" was apprehended from his residence at Upper Tarpin. During examination after initial denial the accused driver broke down and confessed of committing the crime . The accused is presently under police custody and further investigation is underway.

Report :Suraj S***a.Pakyong.

09/12/2023

Alleged Hit-and-Run leaves 65-year-old from Rhenock in critical condition

On the evening of December 8, around 1800 hours, 65-year-old Rup Narayan Pradhan from Tarpin, Rhenock, was found 'severely injured on the roadside of Upper Tarpin, Rhenock, by a family member of the victim,' says the daughter of the victim.

The daughter suspects it to be a hit-and-run crash and alleges that the driver is absconding.

She also informs us that the 65-year-old was taken to the Rhenock health care center, where he was referred to STNM, Gangtok, and later to Neuro, Siliguri.

The police source confirms the accident and informs us that the complaint was registered around 18:45 hours on the evening of December 8.

As the investigation is still underway, the police refused to comment on it.

The victim is being treated in Siliguri and remains unconscious and critical, according to her daughter.

09/12/2023

Press Release from the office of Chief Electoral Officer, Sikkim

PRESS RELEASE

The Chief Electoral Officer, Sikkim held a meeting with representatives of National and State Recognised Political parties of Sikkim in the office of CEO, Sikkim on 08.12.2023 to discuss about the Special Summary Revision - 2024.
The representatives of the following political parties were present:-
Sikkim Krantikari Morcha.
Sikkim Democratic Front
Sikkim Pradesh Congress Committee
This was the third meeting held by the Chief Electoral Officer with the representatives of the Political parties for the ongoing Special Summary Revision w.r.t.1.1.2024 as the qualifying date. The main objective of the meeting was to share the list of claims and objections received during the ongoing Special Summary Revision 2024. The list was shared with the Political Parties as a transparency measure as instructed by the Election Commission of India.
The Special Summary Revision 2024 was launched in the State of Sikkim on 17.10.2023 where the draft integrated roll for Special Summary Revision was handed over to the political parties. During the previous meeting held on 07.11.2023, the political parties were handed over the list of claims and objections received w.e.f 17.10.2023 to 06.11.2023. Again, in the meeting held on 30.11.2023, they were handed over the list of claims and objections received w.e.f 7.11.2023 to 29.11.2023.
Today, the Chief Electoral Officer handed over the total list of claims and objections received w.e.f 17.10.2023 to 07.12.2023. The CEO also informed that the disposal of forms will continue till 26.12.2023 and the final roll for Special Summary Revision, 2024 will be Published on 5th January, 2024. The CEO also clarified that even after the publication of the Final Roll of SSR 2024 on 5.1.2024, the Continuous Updation of the Electoral Roll will be carried on and Form 6, 7 and 8 will continued to be accepted till the last date prescribed by the ECI.
The list of claims and objections received so far as on 07.12.2023 both online and offline have also been put up in the official website of Chief Electoral Officer ( www.ceosikkim.nic.in ) and District Election Officers, for the information of the general public.
A total of 30,151 forms have been received so far, the break-up of which is follows:
(i) Form 6: 7,156
(ii) Form 7: 6,502
(iii) Form 8: 16,493

The CEO informed that all ROs, AROs and BLOs have been instructed to inspect all the polling stations under their jurisdiction to check the status of Assured Minimum Facilities and Extended Minimum Facilities (AMF and EMF) in view of the General Elections 2024. These are the facilities that are provided at the Polling Stations for the convenience of the Voters.
Finally, the CEO sought the cooperation of all Political parties to maintain the purity of the Electoral Rolls. He requested them to identify voters who have died or permanently shifted and inform the DEOs/EROs/BLOs to take necessary action to delete their names by following the due procedure prescribed by the ECI.

09/12/2023

Good News
Royal Bengal Tiger Tiger Spotted First Ever In High Altitude Of Sikkim 3,640 meters (11,942 feet)

The Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary in Sikkim has become the site of an extraordinary discovery as a Royal Bengal Tiger was recently captured on camera at an astounding elevation of 3,640 meters (11,942 feet).

This sighting marks the highest-recorded elevation of a tiger in the country, showcasing the remarkable adaptability of these majestic creatures.

The BNHS team was conducting a biodiversity assessment of the sanctuary as part of a larger project called "Conservation and Use of Five Wetlands in three Himalayan States to secure Habitats of Birds Migrating within the Central Asian Flyway (CAF)."

This project, sanctioned by the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Government of India under the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), aims to protect and conserve wetland sites in Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim.

The recent tiger sighting holds particular significance due to the sanctuary's location at the tri-junction of Sikkim, Bengal, and Bhutan, where multiple habitat types converge.

The pristine habitat of the area must be preserved, given the increasing tourism pressures. Dr. P. Sathiyaselvam, Deputy Director & Head of Wetlands and Flyways Programme at BNHS, emphasized the need for cooperation from all stakeholders to ensure the area remains intact.

“The tigers may be utilizing the higher ranges of the sanctuary as a corridor to enter the forests of North Sikkim from Bhutan. Previous tiger sightings in the North Sikkim region indicate a potential connection between the adjoining Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary and Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary.

To gain a deeper understanding of tiger movement in the high-altitude region of the Sikkim Himalayas, further long-term intensive monitoring studies are deemed necessary” Atharva Singh, the BNHS scientist associated with the survey suggested.

The study would not have been possible without constant support of the Sikkim State Forest Department who relentlessly monitor the rugged terrain which had also led towards first tiger sighting in Sikkim. The study is an outcome of partnership with the Sikkim State Forest Department.

The BNHS team members for the camera trap survey were Atharva Singh, Suryamol Sukurmaran, Himadri Mondal, Raju Jairu (EDC), Amrit Kumar Gurung (FG), Krishna Sharma, Lakpa Sherpa and Baleshore Thapa.

The team would also like to acknowledge PWLS Range Officer Mr. Roshan Tamang for his constant support and for facilitating the survey on ground.

The Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary, spanning an expansive 128 square kilometers, is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Sikkim.

Located in the East Sikkim district and connected to the forests of Bhutan and Neora Valley National Park in West Bengal, the sanctuary is home to a diverse range of charismatic species, including Red Pandas, Snow Leopards, Himalayan Muskdeer, Himalayan Goral, and Himalayan Black Bears.

Through continuous collaboration with the Sikkim State Forest Department, BNHS remains committed to monitoring these eco-sensitive habitats with active community participation. By working hand in hand, they strive to safeguard the rich biodiversity and fragile ecosystems of Sikkim's remarkable wildlife sanctuaries.

09/12/2023

Free Winter Sports Coaching Camp by Sports & Youth Affairs Department of Pakyong District

Pakyong, 9 December: The Sports & Youth Affairs Department of Pakyong District started a free winter sports camp today at St. Xavier's school grounds in Pakyong.

On day one, 110 students registered for football, badminton, boxing, and table tennis. During the camp, the basic skills of the game will be imparted by department-accredited coaches.

As a part of the ongoing FIT INDIA Movement, Deputy Director Sports highlighted the importance of the Fit India Campaign. Chief Minister one mile Run was conducted amongst the trainees. The Chief Guest, Ms Sion Lepcha, Headmistress of Damlakha School, handed over the prizes to the winners of the run.

The programme had the presence of Mr Manoj Gurung, Assistant Director Parakha, Mr Robert Lepcha, Assistant Director Pakyong, coaches, teachers, and guardians.

Press Release
Sports & Youth Affairs Department
Pakyong District

09/12/2023

Heavenly Nirvana SarvaDharma Path Samuhik Ghar Shanti Dukha Haran SarvaDharma Puja organise by Heavenly Nirvana SarvaDharma Path in presence of Guru Hujur at Manan Kendra Bhawan Gangtok.
Minister M.N. Sherpa Graced the occassion as the Chief Guest.

09/12/2023

In c/w sadar ps case no. 168/ 2023 dated:08/12/2023 u/s 363IPC,1860 the minor child named. Raju chettri@ Gautam 14years s/o Rajen chetteri r/o Chandmari gangtok had gone missing from morning of 8th December morning from his residence. Last seen at 2nd mile checkpost, siliguri. If anyone knows about his whereabouts kidly inform: 7547901587/03592202033 / 9800040543

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08/12/2023

आइएमएफ नर्थ इष्ट जोनल स्पोर्ट क्लाइम्बिङ प्रतियोगिता 2023 आरम्भजीवनमा सफल खेलाड़ी बन्नलाई अनुशासन र लगनशील हुनु जरूरी छः एसटी भोटिया
गान्तोक,8 डिसेम्बर। सिक्किम स्पोर्ट क्लाइम्बिङ एसोसिएशन (एसएससीए) को आयोजनमा शुक्रबारदेखि तीनदिने आइएमएफ नर्थ इष्ट जोनल स्पोर्ट क्लाइम्बिङ प्रतियोगिता 2023 आरम्भ भयो। दक्षिण सिक्किमको चेम्चे गाउँमा स्थित इण्डियन हिमालयन इन्स्टिट्युड फर एडभेञ्चर एण्ड इको टुरिजम (आइएचआईएई) मा सिक्किम पुलिसका इन्स्पेक्टर जेनरल एसटी भोटिया मुख्य अतिथिको रूपमा उपस्थित भएर प्रतियोगिताको उद्घाटन गरे। प्रतियोगितामा इण्डियन माउन्टेनरिङ फेडेरेशन (आइएमएफ) नर्थ इष्ट जोनका अध्यक्ष अनिता देवी (पद्मश्री), आइएचआइएईका प्रशासक राजिव राई विशिष्ट अतिथिको रूपमा उपस्थित थिए।
प्रतियोगितामा पूर्वोत्तर भारतका आठवटा राज्यका स्पोर्ट क्लाइम्बिङ खेलाड़ीहरूको निम्ति आयोजित क्षेत्रिय स्तरको प्रतियोगिताको बारेमा जानकारी गराउँदै एसएससीएका अध्यक्ष एभरेस्टर कुञ्जाङ ग्याछो भोटियाले प्रतियोगितामा जम्मा सिक्किमबाट 26 जना खेलाड़ी रहेको तथा अन्य राज्यबाट 39 जना खेलाडीले सहभागिता दिइरहेको बताए। उनले सिक्किम जस्तो सानो राज्यले पुर्वोत्तर क्षेत्रिय स्तरको प्रतियोगिता आयोजन गर्न पाउनु महत्वपूर्ण क्षण रहेको बताए। यस प्रतियोगिताको निम्ति राज्य सरकार र मुख्यमन्त्री प्रेमसिंह तामाङस्वयंको चासोले कार्यक्रम आयोजन गर्न सक्षम बनेको बताए। उनले खेलाड़ीहरूलाई अवसरको फाइदा लिने र खेलाड़ीले वहन गर्नुपर्ने अनुशासनलाई प्रतिबद्ध भएर पालन गर्नुपर्ने आह्वान पनि गरे।
अर्कोतिर आइएमएफ नर्थ इष्ट जोनकी अद्यक्षा अनिता देवीले आफ्नो सम्बोधनमा सिक्किमको सुन्दर मनोरम ठाउँ चेम्चेमा एसएससीएले आयोजन गरेको प्रतियोगिताको सफलताको कामना गरिन्। उनले सिक्किमको सुन्दर ठाउँमा आफू लगायत पूर्वोत्तर राज्यका युवा खेलाड़ीहरूले प्रतियोगितामा सहभागि बन्ने अवसर पाउनुले खुसी तुल्याएको बताए।
अर्कोतिर मुख्य अतिथि एसटी भोटियाले सिक्किम सरकारले विशेष रूपमा खेलकूदलाई प्रोत्साहन गर्ने दिशामा कार्य गरिरहेको बताए। यस्तो स्थितिमा खेलाड़ीहरूले सरकारको सहयोग लिएर धेरै अघि बढ्न सक्ने सम्भावना र अवसरहरूलाई छुटाउनु नहुने बताए। उनले सिक्किममा पूर्वोत्तर राज्यस्तरको प्रतियोगिता हुनु महत्वपूर्ण कुरा रहेको बताए। उनले खेलाड़ीहरूलाई सफलताको कामना गर्दै जीवनमा सफल खेलाड़ी बन्नको निम्ति अनुशासन र लगनशीलता अनिवार्य रहेको बताए। उनले भारतमा यो खेल नयाँ खेलको रूपमा रहेको भए पनि पूर्वोत्तर राज्य र सिक्किमका युवा खेलाड़ीहरूमा यसको चासो देखिएको कारण यसमा धेरै सम्भावना रहेको बताउँदै सबैले प्रतिबद्ध भएर लक्ष्य प्राप्तिको निम्ति अघि बड्नुपर्ने आह्वान गरे।
कार्यक्रममा निर्णयाकगणको टोली र सहयोगीहरूलाई एसएससीएको तर्फबाट टोपी र टी सर्ट मुख्य अतिथिको बाहुलीबाट वितरण गरियो भने एसोसिएसनका समन्वयक प्रवीण खालिङले प्रतियोगिताको सफलताको निम्ति प्रत्यक्ष र अप्रत्यक्ष सहयोग पुऱ्याउने सबैप्रति कृतज्ञता ज्ञापन गरेका छन्। अर्कोतिर प्रतियोगिताको फाइनल आगामी 10 डिसेम्बरको दिन हुनेछ। विजयी खेलाड़ीहरूले राष्ट्रिय स्तरको प्रतियोगितामा सहभागी हुने मौका पाउनेछन्।

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