Singtam Sakha Guthi has its new executives

30.01.22, Singtam: Newa Bhay Bowneykuthi, Singtam Sakha, Sikkim Newar Guthi held its AGM and election of the new committee at the Nepali Dharmasala today.

The meeting was started with the lighting of Sukunda by Chairperson for the day LN Pradhan, Advisor, NBB. Members of NBB who were given roles in Sikkim Newar Guthi were congratulated today by NBB namely Mahindra Pradhan, Vice President, SNG, Rahul Pradhan, Youth Secretary, SNG, Mani Kr. Pradhan, Social Secretary, SNG.

Ajit Pradhan, General Secretary, NBB provided the annual report whereas Ravi Pradhan, Treasurer, NBB gave the financial report of NBB for 2020-2021 to the audience. Binod Pradhan the outgoing President thanked the members for the support and love which helped NBB for many achievements in a short span of time.

LN Pradhan, Advisor, proposed the names of new Executive Committee members which were accepted by the audience with great enthusiasm, and a new executive committee was formed.

The list of the members of the New Executive body of NBB is : Gopal Pradhan : President, Ravi Pradhan: Vice-President, Manoj Pradhan: General Secretary, Prakash Pradhan: Treasurer and Pritam Pradhan: Joint Secretary.

Gopal Pradhan in his speech thanked everyone for giving him the opportunity and requested them to support him and his team in the coming days and promised to work for the development and unity of Singtam Sakha. Mahindra Pradhan, Vice-President, SNG congratulated the new team, provided his blessings and best wishes, and requested members of Singtam Sakha to extend support to Sikkim Newar Guthi like they always do.

Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti celebrates 73rd Republic Day

26.01.22: Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti joined the rest of India to celebrate the 73rd Republic Day with the release of Samiti's annual magazine 'The Voice' and SGSS Calendar 2022. Rohit Raj Maharaj, Advisor to the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Sikkim, the chief guest of the day unfurled the National Tricolour flag.

 

The program was limited to the felicitation program and release of Samaj magazine, documentation of activities done by the Samiti since its establishment in 2009, and the new year calendar owing to the Covid pandemic. The Advisor to HCM released both the magazine and the calendar. SGSS Meritorious Scholarship for the session 2022 was awarded to Bisha Rai, daughter of Harka Rai, member of SGSS. She was handed over a cheque of Rs. 6000. The amount was sponsored by LN Pradhan, Advisor, SGSS.

Krishna Chettri, President, SGSS, in his welcome speech placed the activities done by the society; he praised the effort of Nirmala Foundation, Singtam towards solving cleanliness difficulties at the Rani Khola Walkway at Shantinagar. Sishir Pradhan, Publicity Incharge spoke in brief about the importance of the day.

Distinguished guests present on the occasion included Mohan Pradhan 'Neeraj', former Headmaster, Sangay Bhutia, Assistant Bank Manager, State Bank of Sikkim, Bijay Pradhan, Manager, Howlers Club, Karma Bhutia, DE, Power Department, Mahesh Dahal, Headmaster, Dipudara PS, Padam Pradhan, D.K.Pradhan and others. This year the program started at 1 pm to avoid rushes of nearby Republic Day celebrations.

Birkha Bahadur Tamang, Advisor, Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti, Sundar Kumar Rai, AEO, Duga BAC, and Gajju Agarwal, Nirmala Foundation, Singtam were felicitated for their contribution towards the society. Bodybuilding icons of Sikkim, Sanjay Budhathoki, Bronze Medalist at the recent World Raw Powerlifting Championship at Moscow, Russia, and Bishal Chettri, winner of Mr. Goa Men’s Physique National Championship 2021 were also congratulated for their recent success at the national and international level.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest appreciated the efforts taken by the Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti in the development of the society. He spoke about the significance of the day and appealed to everyone to work to strengthen the unity of India.

Gangtok Ganesha Milk Drinking Miracle incident (1995)

It was the month of September and the year 1995; I was a science student of class xii at the famous TNSSS, Gangtok. One fine day, a rumour flew fast around the town of Gangtok that rock looking like an elephant's trunk discovered during the construction of the building near our school was drinking milk. It was something we never had heard of.

Pic: from Internet

I, with a few of my school friends, hurried to see what was happening? Upon reaching the site, I found crowds gathered around the crushed rock (but I could not find it like an elephant's trunk) being fed milk with a spoon by a lady and a few other ladies waiting for their turn. The milk would disappear when the spoon touched the rock as if the rock was sipping it within. The scene was amazing and more of magic, unexplained.

Soon, the news spread that the statues of Lord Ganesha were drinking milk in temples around Gangtok and even at homes. Reaching home, the magical occurrence had spread across the nation and was talked about on every news channel. Some said it to be a surface tension phenomenon. For more than 16 years now we never had that surface tension act repeated.

Prashanti Diagnostic Centre opened at Singtam

January 14, Singtam: Prashanti Diagnostic Centre has officially opened its doors to the public; was officially opened by Dr. Tempo Bhutia, Chief Medical Officer, District Hospital Singtam. The centre is near Singtam Post Office. Similarly, Sunita Gautam, Chairperson, RDD and Bhanu Pradhan, OSD to the Hon’ble Chief Minister cut the ribbon for the X-Ray chamber and Pathology lab respectively.

The Centre would provide a variety of services including Digital X-Ray, Ultrasound, Pathology and Bio-Chemistry tests, medicines and cosmetics. Different chambers for doctors would be available that include Gynaecologist, Neuro–Psychiatrist,Psycho- Therapist, Medicine Specialist, Orthopedician, Child Specialist, DentalCare, Skin Specialist, Physiotherapist and cosmetologist.

Other distinguished guests to attend the inauguration was Kishore Chettri, Councilor, Singtam Nagar Panchayat.

Speaking on the occasion Anita Chettri, Proprietor, Prashanti Diagnostic Centre said the idea was to provide medical facilities for the people of Singtam and its nearby regions. The centre will help the people save time and do not need to travel far, added Chettri. 

Congratulation program for Grishmita Sharma held

January 12, Singtam:  Grishmita Sharma, the 1^st Runner Up, Face of Zylish 2021 Season 3 was congratulated for the title she had won at the recent finale organized by Zylish Academy, Malbazaar. Sharma, accompanied by her guardians, UC Poudyal and Anita Poudyal was offered khadas and celebrated for her success in making the state proud in a small get-together program organized by Sarita Pradhan, Sikkim State Coordinator, Zylish Academy. The event was held at V-Matrix Dance Academy, Singtam. Other guests included Praja Pradhan, DB Subba and Nima Tamang.

Vikki Tamang and Nisha Chettri of V-Matrix Dance Academy, Rupesh Gautam of Photographic Society of Sikkim and Shital Pradhan of Proud to be a Sikkimese blog were presented with Letter of Appreciation for their support during the Sikkim Audition of Face of Zylish 2021 Season 3.

Speaking on the occasion, Grishmita Sharma said she is committed to her responsibilities and would maintain the reputation of the honour she had brought back home. Sarita Pradhan, State Coordinator had said three aspiring models from Sikkim made it to the Top 20 finalists and she feels proud one of the prestigious crowns had been won from Sikkim. Dipu Rasaily, finalist of Dare to Dance Competition presented a dance number. The program was held with a minimum of dozen guests.

Grishmita Sharma is 1st Runner Up at Face of Zylish Season 3

January 08, Singtam : Grishmita Sharma, resident of Tokal Bermoik, South Sikkim was declared the 1st Runner Up of the Face of Zylish Season 3 at the grand finale held on January 6, 2022 at MalBazar, West Bengal. Born to Late Narad Prasad Sharma and Late Junu Sharma, Grishmita is an Integrated Graduate Diploma in Aviation, Hospitality and Tourism Management; is pursuing Bachelor’s Degree from IGNOU.

Rachana Sharma from Madarihat was the winner while Anupama Kujur from Kalchini went on to grab the 2nd Runner Up title. The beauty pageant was completely designed for freshers and aspiring models. Other sub-title winners included Laxmi Gupta from Pakyong, Sikkim (Director Choice Award), Priyanka Chhetri from Kumani (Miss Best Smile) and Poly Karzi from Mathachulka (Miss Photogenic).

Pranay Pradhan and Prashant Pradhan, Directors of Zylish Academy were present in the event. Suraj Chhetri (Darjeeling Branch), Pankaj Rana (Jaigaon Branch), Sagar Chhetri (Birpara Branch), Vivek Pradhan (Birpara Branch), Chandni Prasad (Alipurduar Branch) were the Special Guests of the day.

The Jury members included Sukla Roy (Winner Face of Zylish Season 2), Sarita Pradhan (1st runner up Face of Zylish Season 2), Kajal Chhetri (Miss Darjeeling 2018 and Miss Bengal Queen 2019), Abhijeet Chhetri who was also the Fashion Director of the event. Photography courtesy goes to Jalsa Studio. The event was conducted by following all the safety protocols announced by the Govt. of West Bengal.