25/12/2024
National Consumer Day Celebrated in Majhitar, Westpendam Constituency
Majhitar, Pakyong District, December 24, 2024 – The Federation of Consumers Association of Sikkim (FCAS), in collaboration with the Majhitar Sporting Club and under the aegis of the Department of Food and Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Government of Sikkim, celebrated National Consumer Day at Majhitar, Westpendam Constituency, Pakyong District. This year’s theme, “Fair and Responsible AI for Consumers,” underscored the importance of ethical AI usage in consumer interactions.
Ashal Chettri, Coordinator of FCAS, along with volunteers from the Majhitar Sporting Club, actively raised public awareness by distributing informative materials, such as booklets and leaflets, on consumer rights. Posters were also placed in local shops and homes, ensuring the message reached a wider audience.
Key speakers, Srijana Kadka, Vice President of FCAS, spoke about Consumer Rights and Duties and highlighted the Consumer Protection Act 2019. Nirnay Pradhan, Lecturer (CSE) at ATTC Bardang, addressed the theme Fair and Responsible AI for Consumers. Nishchal Roka, Branch Manager of Rangpo Citizens Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd, elaborated on Consumer Rights in the Banking Sector.
During the event, Chetan Sharma of Majhitar was honored with the Concerned Consumer Award 2024 for his exemplary commitment to making informed and ethical consumer choices.
The program was conducted by Amartya Raj Gurung, General Secretary of FCAS, and saw enthusiastic participation from local residents, 15 NGOs, churches, and sports associations, among others, from the Rangpo Nagar Panchayat area.
The FCAS also recognized the contributions of Biswa Gurung, Vice President of Majhitar Sporting Club, and Vivek Cintury, Owner of Cintury Complex, for their consistent support in consumer empowerment.
The event was graced by Chief Guest Chopel Bhutia, BDO Duga, along with Sanju Mangar, Councillor of Rangpo Nagar Panchayat, Rajendra Gupta, Supritendent Engineer, Department of Power & Energy, Government of Sikkim, Sagar S***a, PI Rangpo, Kenzong Bhutia , Inspector cm Incharge, Rangpo Food Office and other distinguished guests.
Shri Suresh K. Lama, President of FCAS, expressed heartfelt gratitude to all participants for their collaboration and enthusiasm.
National Consumer Day serves as a reminder of the vital role of consumer awareness in fostering ethical practices and promoting responsible consumption, particularly in an AI driven era. FCAS remains steadfast in its mission to advocate for consumer rights and empower consumers in Sikkim.
For assistance, contact the Sikkim State Consumer Helpline: 03592-202675.