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29/06/2024

Happy Ashar 15! 🌾

Today, we celebrate Dahi Chiura Khane Dinn, a special day in Nepali tradition where we enjoy a wholesome meal of dahi (yogurt) and chiura (beaten rice). This simple yet nutritious combination symbolizes prosperity and good health, marking the beginning of the monsoon season and the rice planting period.

As we gather with family and friends to share this delicious dish, let's also take a moment to appreciate our rich cultural heritage and the blessings of nature. Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous year ahead!

26/06/2024

Three-time MP Om Birla of the BJP will return as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha after defeating the Congress' eight-time MP from Kerala's Mavelikara Kodikunnil Suresh in the election to the post on Wednesday.

Congratulations

25/06/2024

Today, I took oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha.

I pledge to represent the people of my Darjeeling Lok Sabha Constituency with utmost dedication, sincerity, and honesty in the esteemed Parliament of India.

18/06/2024

*Office of Raju Bista*
*Press Release*
*18th of June, 2024*

Continuing with my efforts to assess and address the challenges faced by communities affected by the floods along the River Teesta, today I visited Kalijhora, Riyang, and Bangey (Nazok) villages, to meet and interact with the people.

Following my visit and discussions, NHPC officials in Kalijhora have committed to processing a request for a 70-meter long protection wall to safeguard the village from potential flood threats. IRCON officials have committed to commence work on the construction of a protective wall on their dumping site in Riyang. Further, NHPC has allocated Rs 6 crores for the construction of a higher elevated bridge over the Relli River and an elevated approach road to Nazok, aimed at ensuring year-round accessibility. NHPC will also construct a protective wall on both sides of the Relli river to prevent further erosion in Bangey, Nazok.

Highlighting the need for accountability regarding the allocation and utilization of funds, meant for the rehabilitation of the people along Teesta, has been construed by the GTA Chairman Sh. Anit Thapa as "complaining". With all due respect to him, I am a public representative, and I am duty bound to voice their concerns.

Despite Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's announcement of allocation of Rs 25 crore to GTA, there are concerns over the whereabouts of these funds, with delays in promised rehabilitation and housing initiatives. GTA had announced allocation of land for rehabilitation, no allocation has been made till date. GTA announced construction of new homes, only 3 are being constructed, but even those are sub-standard. There is no sign of any reconstruction along Teesta promised by the GTA. NHPC had allocated Rs 2.78crore to GTA for the construction of protection d***s in Teesta Bazar, we couldn't locate any such protection d***s, that fund too has gone missing it seems.

In the past week, I have reached out to central agencies operating in the region - NHPC, IRCON have extended support to local communities in various forms. The Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways has allocated Rs 500 crores as emergency grants to address the needs of NH-10, they are allocating further Rs 2000 crores for the development and expansion of NH-10. Hon'ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi ji has announced further construction of 3 crore new homes under PMAY. I will do my best to include the names of Teesta Flood victims so that they can become eligible to receive homes under the PMAY scheme in the coming days. However, amidst all this, what is missing is any action by the State Government and the District Administration to help and assist the flood victims.

The two NHPC dams TLDP III and TLDP IV generate over Rs 750 crores in revenue annually for the WB Govt. WB Govt buys electricity at the rate of Rs 4.35 per unit, yet it sells the same electricity to the people living in Darjeeling and Kalimpong for around Rs 8 per unit. With zero investment of their own, the WB State is the SOLE BENEFICIARY of these dams. Yet, these funds have never been used by the WB Govt to ensure the welfare of the local communities. Even during the time of crisis the WB Govt refused to declare the Teesta tragedy as a "disaster," further depriving our people of support from the center and the state allocations.

Yet, the West Bengal Chief Minister has the audacity to blame the NHPC, and the Central Govt. Instead of asking WB Govt a share of Teesta, Ramam, Jaldhaka hydro-power revenue, those associated with or supporting TMC in the hills are busy defending the state policy of destroying the hills. This is the hypocrisy, I am trying to bring to the attention of the people. I am not criticizing, I am merely pointing out the facts.

This is why, given the widespread devastation caused by the Teesta floods, I once again emphasize the critical need for collaboration among Central and State Govt, developmental agencies, district administrations, and elected representatives to prioritize and resolve concerns of our people.

*Raju Bista*
*Member of Parliament, Darjeeling and*
*National Spokesperson, BJP*

15/06/2024

Today, I joined the BJP Siliguri leaders and karyakartas in thanking the people of Siliguri,Naxalbari, Matigara, Phansidewa, Chopra, and the Darjeeling and Kalimpong Hills who reposing their faith in the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi ji, have voted overwhelmingly for the BJP, and ensured our thumping victory for the second time in a row.

I am most grateful to the people of Siliguri, Terai, Darjeeling and Kalimpong hills for their support, solidarity and their faith in me. I am working with a definite vision to ensure the transformation of our beautiful region into a hub of quality tourism, education, healthcare, international trade, business and commerce, infrastructure and connectivity. I am determined to ensure employment and education opportunities for our youths, empowerment of women and economically marginalised communities.

I am most grateful to the people who have elected me as their Member of Parliament for the historic second time. I assure them that I will work with double the energy, double the experience, and double the knowledge to address the developmental deficits our region faces, and fulfill the aspirations of the people from our region.

I was joined by the people of Siliguri, along with the Hon'ble Siliguri BJP President Sh. Arun Mandal ji, Hon'ble Siliguri MLA Sh. Shankar Ghosh ji, Hon'ble Matigara-Naxalbari MLA Sh. Anandamay Barman ji, Hon'ble Phansidewa MLA Sh. Durga Murmu ji, SMC LoP Sh. Amit Jain ji, SMC Councillors, and other BJP leaders and karyakartas.

15/06/2024

Press Release
15th of June, 2024

Today, I visited villages situated along the Teesta river to meet and interact with the people whose lives have been upturned due to the devastating flood in the river Teesta. This year's unusually heavy pre-monsoon rains have led to further devastating consequences in our Kalimpong, Darjeeling, and Sikkim region. My heartfelt condolences go out to the families who have lost loved ones, and my solidarity is with those who have been displaced or lost their homes and livelihoods due to the ongoing rains.

The recent relentless rains and resulting damages highlight the region's vulnerability. During this challenging time, it is crucial for the Centre, State, and local bodies such as GTA, Panchayat Samiti, and Panchayats to collaborate effectively in responding to this unfolding disaster.

In a federal structure like ours, responsibilities are divided between the Centre and the State under the Disastet Management Act, 2005 (DMA 2005). Each state, headed by the Chief Minister through the State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs), is mandated to formulate and coordinate disaster response efforts based on national guidelines.

Under Chapter II Section 26 (35) of the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration Act of 2011, disaster management, relief and rehabilitation are GTA's transferred subjects. It is therefore primarily GTA's responsibility to focus on disaster risk reduction and mitigation in our region. However, it remains unclear whether GTA has established a dedicated body such as GTA Disaster Management Authority (GTA-DMA) or the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), as required under the DMA 2005.

Because of all this, thousands of people have continued to suffer. Double tragedy has struck the people who had become victims of the Teesta Floods of October 2023, and who are yet to receive any help from the WB Govt. Neither have they declared the Teesta Floods as "disaster", which would have allowed Rs 120crore of SDR Funds to be used towards the rehabilitation of the people here.

I have therefore, formally requested intervention from Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, as Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority, outlining the failure of the West Bengal Government to adequately protect lives and livelihoods along the Teesta River. Given the strategic significance of the region, particularly in terms of national security, I have also requested for a Central Team to assess the situation and take necessary actions to fix the damages at the earliest.

I am happy to share that the Central Govt has allocated Rs 500 crores towards addressing the immediate repair and restoration of National Highway - 10 (NH-10). Further, the Central Govt is preparing a DPR under the supervision of scientific and terrain experts for rebuilding NH-10, and expanding it by further 10mtrs, for which a budget of Rs 2000 crores will be additionally sanctioned.

I am grateful to the people of our region who have given their blessings for the second time. I assure them that I will approach the Central and the State Govt, NITI Aayog, NDMA and use all my resources, and power to help resolve the problems they are facing.

Raju Bista
Member of Parliament, Darjeeling and
National Spokesperson, BJP

13/06/2024

BIG News..
Namchi-Singithang MLA, Krishna Kumari Rai resigned.
Just a day after the oath ceremony, Namchi-Singithang MLA, Krishna Kumari Rai tendered her resignation from the post of MLA. The resignation is accepted by the Speaking of Sikkim Legislative Assembley.

13/06/2024

*Office of Raju Bista*
*Press Release*
*13th of June, 2024*

On the 4th of October, 2023, a catastrophic flash flood wreaked havoc in the Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts. Despite the magnitude of this disaster, the West Bengal government has failed to take any substantial actions to aid the affected citizens, and the areas that have been damaged due to the flood.

In spite of my repeated requests for taking mitigating measures to prevent further damages, both the WB Govt and those handling the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration have continued to turn a blind eye and deaf ears to the danger facing those living along the Teesta river. Moreover, the people who have already been impacted due to the flash flood of October 2023, and were living in rented places, are now facing further problems due to the increasing levels of Teesta river.

Today, Teesta is flooding again, and it is threatening to engulf Teesta Bazar and areas nearby. The road connecting Teesta to Darjeeling via Lopchu-Peshok is also jeopardised. This is happening due to the failure of the WB Govt and the GTA to take any concrete steps to prevent such flooding, despite it being over eight months since the tragedy in October.

Since October 2023, the sections of NH-10 connecting the border regions of Kalimpong and Sikkim, that have been washed away by the flood are yet to be fixed properly. This section of the road is under NH Division of the WB PWD, leading to regular shut-downs. Given that, this is a strategically significant area, that borders China, the lack of timely repair of roads and not only presents hardships for the locals

Given that the WB Govt has completely failed to provide relief and rehabilitation to the Teesta Flood Victims, I have requested for intervention by Hon'ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi ji, as Chairman - National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to help the people. Further, I have requested the Union Home Ministry to kindly deploy a Central Team to examine the grave threat facing the people living along Teesta river, and take necessary steps to save the lives of the people living along river Teesta.

*Raju Bista*
*Member of Parliament, Darjeeling and*
*National Spokesperson, BJP*

12/06/2024

Congratulations I am thrilled to announce that a talented young lad Master Ayush Baraily S/o Kishor Baraily of Sukna has officially signed with NorthEast United, one of the premier clubs in the Indian Super League (ISL)! 🎉⚽️
This rising star will soon be seen lighting up the pitch with his skills and determination. Let's all wish him the very best as he embarks on this incredible journey! Join us in cheering for his success! 👏🔥

12/06/2024

Ganesh Pradhan, a resident of MM Terai, passed away at the age of 76 at the Dishan Hospital, Siliguri yesterday at 6.35 pm.
Therefore, as they are going to Malami tomorrow at 10.30 am, the family has requested all the relatives, friends, neighbors and well-wishers to gather on time.

11/06/2024

09/06/2024

Narendra Modi Takes Oath as India Prime Minister for Third Consecutive Term.

Congratulations

06/06/2024

Potong High School observed World Environment Day and organised SUMMER camp as per Govt. Schedule.

Students Explored Nature.‌ We took them to the nearby High Forest , Manja River and nearby Homestay. Teachers explained them about some local medicinal plants , herbs and aquatic animals and their importance .

We explained to them about the varieties of trees found in our area and to save them to save ourselves. Kusum fruit (Cyelong oak) attracted them a lot.

Some questions were asked to the owner of a homestay, how to operate, regarding employment in earning and management, kindly of guests, how to deal with them etc. Potong Higher Secondary School teacher Vardan Rai informed voice of panighatta news

06/06/2024

Star Indian footballer Sunil Chettri has said the World Cup qualifier match against Kuwait will not about his last international game but a win will be extremely important for the national side.

Kolkata: Star Indian footballer Sunil Chettri has stated ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifier game against Kuwait that winning the match will be more important than remembering the game for being the last one for him.

A win on Thursday, June 6, would almost secure a place in the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifier. The tournament will be hosted by USA, Canada and Mexico. Chettri announced last month that he will draw curtains on his international career after the match against Kuwait.

The Indian centre forward played down the hype around his retirement saying the win is more important than his retirement."It's not about me and my last match. I don't want to address it again and again. We really want to win this game. This is not going to be easy, but we are ready. We will have tremendous support," Chhetri said on the eve of the second round match,” he said.

"If we win tomorrow we almost qualify (for Round 3). Five top games home and away, I am going to wear nice suits and watch the match wherever the team travels.

Everyday I talk to the boys, I keep telling them about this dream. The longer camp helps, because we come from different mentality. It gives you much more time to work on details. It's not life-changing, but it games you to work on details."Reflecting upon thinking back about his retirement, Chettri stated that he has no intention of taking his retirement back."No sir, suits are made and I am going to watch the boys play. I have thought about it a lot. I had a great ride all this 19 years. I will go as a fan and support the team wherever the team goes.” he concluded.

05/06/2024

Shri. Narendra Modi is expected to be sworn in as India's Prime Minister for a third term on June 8, as per media reports. As per the report, the new cabinet will also take oath on the same day.

05/06/2024

आज विश्व पर्यावरण दिवसको दिन सृजना समुह अनी कटरिया प्राइमेरी स्कुलका विद्यार्थी अनी शिक्षकहरु लाई लिएर थुप्रै जातका बिरुवा रोपीयो🌲🌲🌿🌿🌲🌲

04/06/2024

Once again, congratulations on this monumental achievement. May your tenure be marked by continued success, progress, and the fulfillment of the dreams of every individual in our community.

With the warmest regards

04/06/2024

दार्जिलिङ लोक सभा क्षेत्रबाट राजु बिष्ट बिजयी बने

04/06/2024

*Office of Raju Bista*
*Press Release*
*4th of June, 2024*

By the grace and blessings of the people, and the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi ji, today BJP has registered a historic fourth term victory from the prestigious Darjeeling LS constituency.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the people for reposing their faith in me, and for their whole-hearted support. I am most grateful to our Alliance Party leaders and karyakartas, and our BJP District, Mandal, Shakti Kendra, and Booth Level leaders and karyakartas. It is their hard work that has been rewarded by the people today. I am most grateful to our party leadership for allowing me to continue serving the people here.

I dedicate this win to the people of our constituency. I dedicate it to the tea garden workers, the cinchona garden workers, those from Forest villages and DI Fund Land, who despite suffering so much of atrocities and exploitation have stood up against the tyranny of the state government. My win is dedicated to the youths, who despite being immensely talented and educated are today forced to seek their livelihood in distant countries. I dedicate my win to my Chalak Dal brothers, and the Teesta Flood Victims who have suffered under an indifferent and tyrannical regime. I dedicate this win to our brothers and sisters who are working day and night in the hopes of seeing a better tomorrow. This is a win of the people of Darjeeling hills, Terai and Doors region against the politics of terrorism, corruption, cut-money, nepotism and goondaism practiced by TMC.

I congratulate every other candidate who contested the elections and joined in the festival of democracy. I extend my gratitude to the Election Commission, who did their best to conduct the elections fairly, and the Administration, Police and Central Forces for their hard work.

Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency is one of the most prestigious, diverse and strategically important constituencies in the country. I will do my best to serve the interest of the people from our constituency, and will work tirelessly to fulfill the aspirations of the people.

*Raju Bista*
*Member of Parliament, Darjeeling and*
*National Spokesperson, BJP*

04/06/2024

04/06/2024

Election update : Round 15 kurseong and Round 11 Darjeeling Update)

Round 15 kurseong Report
Raju Bista 93419
Gopal lama 55068

Round 11 Darjeeling AC report
Raju Bista 77196
Gopal Lama 48134

04/06/2024

Kurseong Round 7 and Darjeeling Round 6 Update (BJP on the lead)

04/06/2024

KALIMPONG ELECTION RESULT UPDATE
Final (12th) Round

RAJU BISTA- .77,524
Gopal Lama- 53,813
Raju Bista Lead by 23,711 Votes.

04/06/2024

Kalimpong Update : Round 8 Result
Raju Bista 54,100 votes , lead by 15261
Gopal Lama : 38839 Votes Darjeeling update Raju Bista lead

04/06/2024

Overall counting update so far from Darjeeling,kurseong,kalimpong and Siliguri

Raju Bista leading by 17065. Gopal Lama in second with 16735 votes

दार्जीलिङ सिटमा अहिलेसम्मको मतगणनामा
राजु बिष्ट, भाजपा: 61265
गोपाल लामा टिएमसी: 44126
फरक: 17139

04/06/2024

1st round result Darjeeling councitency

Kurseong

Raju Bista (7085)
Gopal lama (3242)

Darjeeling

Raju bista 5982
Gopal lama 5723.

03/06/2024

Jai pathivari Mata

02/06/2024

Congratulations to SKM Party and its President Shri. for Historical win.

Once again, congratulations on this monumental achievement. May your tenure be marked by continued success, progress, and the fulfillment of the dreams of every individual in our community.

With the warmest regards and the highest esteem,

30/05/2024

आमाको जन्म उत्सवमा च्याँगा बस्ती मेरी गोल्ड इङ्गलिस स्कुललाई चिल्ड्रेन पार्क हस्तक्षरण

मिरिक खण्ड अन्तर्गत पर्ने तराई भेग च्याँगा बस्तीको दक्षिण च्याँगामा अवस्थित मेरी गोल्ड इङ्गलिस स्कुलमा आज अमित भतिजाले आफ्नो आमा मिरा भतिजाको जन्म उत्सवमा स्कुलमा एउटा भव्य कार्यक्रमको आयोजना गरि स्कुलमा चिल्ड्रेन पार्क (बिधार्थीहरूलाई खेल्ने) उदघाटन गरि स्कुलका प्रिन्सिपललाई हस्ताक्षर गरियो।

यस कार्यक्रममा मुख्य अतिथि सन्त महात्मा , सौरेनी स्कुलका वरिष्ठ शिक्षक, च्याँगा बस्तीका वरिष्ठ शिक्षाहरू साथै विधार्थीहरू का अभिभावक उपस्थित रहेको थियो भने पार्कलाई उदघाटन गर्न अघी विधिविधान पूर्वक पण्डितदूारा पुजाअर्चना गरि पार्क मेरी गोल्ड इङ्गलिस स्कुललाई हस्तक्षरण गरियो

Children's Park signature to Chyanga Basti Mary Gold English School at the birth celebration of mother.

Today Amit organized a grand event in the school for the birth celebration of his mother Kanchan, honoring Sathya Sai Baba, Mother Meera, Shri SathyaDevatha Dharmadevatha Gurupur Temple, and his family and friends, through the leadership and dedicated hard work of his childhood classmate Chandranath and all volunteers from the village, where there were festivities and inauguration of Children's Park (playground for students) at the school in South Changa of Terai Veg Changa settlement under Mirik section.

Chief guest Saint Mahatma, senior teacher of Soreni School, senior education of Changa Basti as well as parents of students were present while the park was signed by worshiping Panditdura legally before inaugurating the park.