Chungthang celebrates 76th I’Day

15.08.22: 76th Independence day was celebrated at Chungthang Sub Division, North Sikkim in a grand manner with joy and enthusiasm. The programme was graced by Shri YT Lepcha, MLA, Gangtok. The Chief Guest unfurled the national tricolour flag, thereafter the march1-past was performed by the ITBT Chungthang, scouts and students of Tasa Tengay SSS and Mount English school. 

Shri Hem Sagar Kaflay, ADC (Dev.) Chungthang gave a welcome speech. The Governor's message was delivered by Shri Kiran Thatal, SDM Chungthang while the HCM’s message was delivered by Shri TR Chettri, BDO Chungthang. Forest Department initiated an organic national flag model distributed to all the guests. 

Thereupon different cultural events were performed by the schools under Chungthang Sub Division while the main attraction of the day-long event was the final of the Tasa Tengay Memorial Football Tournament. 

Chungthang XI defeated Paigong XI with four goals to one. Prior to the start of the match, a one-minute silence was observed on the passing away of Lt. Tasa Tengay Lepcha, former MLA. The program ended with the prize distribution and a vote of thanks by Shri Pravin Gautam, RO/AD.