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CHATUR SINGH RAI: FIRST SPEAKER OF SIKKIM LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY

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Chatur Singh Rai
First Speaker of Sikkim Legislative Assembly

Late Chatur Singh Rai was born on May 22, 1909, and completed his education at Darjeeling. He was the second son of the late Krishna Kumar Rai, who was serving as Assistant Superintendent with the Government of India, later known as the Political Office in Sikkim. Mr. Rai joined the then British Government and thereafter joined the service of the Government of Sikkim from September 1929 to October 1965 as an Executive Officer in departments like works, press, education, and others. During his service tenure, he was awarded various Certificates of Honour in recognition of his contributions and meritorious service by the Government of Sikkim.

He was nominated as the Sikkim Census Officer in 1940-41, 1950-51, and 1960-61. He was the President of the Sikkim Census Silver Medals on all occasions. After retirement, Mr. Rai was elected Vice President of the Sikkim Council in 1967.

In 1967, he was elected Councillor from Gangtok constituency and suggestions for opening a Degree College in Gangtok, Sikkim Lottery, and Exemption of School fees for children up to Class VIII were initiated by him.

In the 1974 General Elections, he was elected as a Member of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly from the Soreng Assembly Constituency. He held the office of Deputy Speaker of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly and later was elected as the first Speaker of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly. During his tenure, Mr. Rai was honoured with the Sri Satya Sai Samiti on July 11, 1972, at his burial ground, Gangtok. His leadership and contributions were widely appreciated, and he was an exemplary leader.

He passed away on April 17, 1978. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Santa Maya Rai, five daughters, and one son. (Sikkim Today)

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