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Shantinagar observes birth anniversary of NB Bhandari

By himalayanreview

 Felicitates Journalist Sanjay Agarwal and Educationist KB Chettri

Singtam, October 5: The 79th birth anniversary of NB Bhandari, former Chief Minister of Sikkim was observed by members of Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti, Singtam. A short felicitation program and distribution of certificates and mementos of Nepali Bhasa Diwas was presented. Sanjay Agarwal and KB Chettri were the Chief Guest and the Guest of Honour of the program. Dr. Bhumika Dulal was the Special Guest.

The program started by observing two minute silence on the passing away of Dr. AH Khan, Advisor of SGSS. Dr. Khan was a popular physician and known to all for his simplicity.  He was a sportsperson and had shown his skill in cricket and badminton. The photo frame of Shri NB Bhandari was offered khada and lighting of lamp was done by the Chief Guest. Krishna Chettri, President SGSS in his welcome speech talked about the importance of the day. He also spoke about the postponement of the Gandhi Jayanti program due to the sudden demise of Dr. AH Khan, Advisor of the Samiti. 


The highlight of the short program was the felicitation of Sanjay Agarwal, senior journalist and KB Chettri, Principal Singtam SSS. Six Nepali poets who had participated at the online nepali poem recitation exhibition on the occasion of Nepali Bhasa Diwas were presented with certificates and mementoes. It was the first time in context with Sikkim that Nepali Bhasa Diwas was observed through virtual media. The poets were - Surya Kharel, Nishant Dulal, Anand Chettri, Lokesh Mukhia, Ayushman Chettri and Padam Parajuli.

Dr. Bhumika Dulal, residence of Shantinagar was presented with a Letter of Appreciation for her completion of MBBS degree. She is the first medical doctor from Shantinagar. In her short speech, she thanked SGSS for the encouragement and seeked blessing for her future endeavours. Sanjay Agarwal, the Chief Guest speaking on the occasion appreciated the efforts of members of SGSS during the Covid 19 scenario. He appealed to every individual to work together for the development of society. KB Chettri, Principal, Singtam SSS spoked about the progress of Singtam SSS over the last few years. Sanjay Agarwal also presented 100 sanitizers, gloves and masks to SGSS. Shital Pradhan was the host of the day while Dhiraj Pradhan gave the vote of thanks.

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