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Shantinagar celebrates 76th Independence Day

August 15, Singtam: Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti celebrated 76th Independence Day with joy and enthusiasm. The felicitation program, veteran doubles badminton exhibition match, culture and sports activities were the highlight of the day.


Shyam Pradhan, AD, Food and Civil Supply Department, Singtam was the chief guest of the day. Head Lobella, Karma Thujee Monastery, Shantinagar, Singtam was the guest of honour. Others included TB Pradhan, Advisor, SGSS, Nandu Dutraj, senior journalist and members of Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti

Tinku Adhikari, President of Sikkim Motor Transport Workers Association (SMTWA), and Suresh K Lama, Social Worker were felicitated for their contribution to society. Archigos Preparatory Academy, Shantinagar was also presented a memento for winning State Level Award under Swachh Vidhyalaya Puraskar 2021-22.

Suresh K Lama and Dinesh Chettri (Badminton Club of Majhitar) won the veteran doubles badminton exhibition match defeating their opponent Nandu Dutraj and Krishna Chettri. Both were presented with winners and runner-up trophies and certificates. 



Rinchen Sherpa, Sujal Sunar, Sushmita Pradhan, Ayushman Chettri and Rina Chettri, members of SGSS who had passed out class xii examination were congratulated and awarded certificates. Similarly, Ishmita Pradhan, Upashana Chettri and Prem Rai who had passed out class x examination were also presented with certificates from the hand of the guests. 



Krishna Chettri, President, SGSS in his welcome speech informed the gathered crowd on the importance of the days, Chettri also spoke about the role of SGSS in the development of society. We are committed to the growth of our samaj, he added.

Musical Chair, Passing the ballon, passing the ball, spoon marble balancing was enjoyed by the kids present on the occasion. 



Shyam Rai, the chief guest speaking on the occasion said, every society in and around Singtam should come forward to fight against the drug abuse that is affecting society. He congratulated each one on the occasion of Independence day.  Doma D Sharma was the host of the day while Suman Sunar gave the vote of thanks. 

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