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SGSS Felicitates The Poet Idol Finalist Neelam Gurung

Singtam, April 14th, 2023 – The Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti (SGSS) organized a two-phase program on April 14th, 2023, to commemorate the birth anniversary of BR Ambedkar, the father of the Indian Constitution. The program was held at the Badminton Court in Shantinagar, Singtam and the Rangpo Tourism Office.



In the morning session, Ambedkar Jayanti was celebrated at the Badminton Court, Shantinagar attended by Deepa Chettri, Panchayat Shantinagar Ward, and members of the SGSS. The program began with the offering of khada to the frame of the great leader of India. Nisu Dulal, the General Secretary of the organization, spoke about the day’s program. Shital Pradhan, a member of the Samiti, emphasized the importance of the Indian Constitution to the gathered audience.

Krishna Chettri, the President of SGSS, delivered a speech about the significance of the day and expressed gratitude to Babasaheb for his vision of a better India. He also raised awareness about the increasing number of Covid cases in India and urged members to take necessary precautions. Additionally, members of SGSS made a vote appeal for The Poet Idol finalist Neelam Gurung from Sikkim.



The second phase of the program was held at the Rangpo Tourism Office, where members of SGSS felicitated Miss Neelam Gurung, who had arrived from Nepal. She received best wishes for the final round of The Poet Idol competition.


Krishna Chettri, President of SGSS, said, “We are honoured to celebrate the birth anniversary of BR Ambedkar, the father of the Indian Constitution. His vision for India will always inspire us to strive towards a better future. We also extend our best wishes to Neelam Gurung for The Poet Idol competition.”

The Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti continues to work towards the betterment of the community and hopes to inspire others to follow in the footsteps of great leaders like BR Ambedkar.

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