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Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti honoured with Prestigious Awards at Samvedna Certificate Distribution Ceremony, Namchi

Namchi, Sikkim - June 14, 2023 - Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti (SGSS) was honoured with a memento and certificate from the World Book of Records, London, and an International Life Saver Certificate from the National Integrated Forum of Artists & Activists (NIFAA), a national-level organization based in Karnal, Haryana. The esteemed accolades were presented to Krishna Chettri, President of SGSS, at the Samvedna Certificate Distribution ceremony held at Officer's Club, Namchi. 



The event, organized by NIFAA Sikkim State, celebrated the successful completion of the Largest One Day Blood Donation Campaign, acknowledged by World Book of Records, London that took place on March 23, 2021, in multiple locations across India, including Sikkim. The campaign witnessed an impressive participation of 1,27,675 registered individuals, resulting in 97,744 units of blood being donated. 



The ceremony was graced by esteemed guests and dignitaries, including Sushri Kavita Sapkota, Additional Political Secretary (APS), South to the Chief Minister of Sikkim; Sushri Anjita Rajalim, South District Zilla President; and Shri Tenzing Lamtha, Advisor, IT Department, Government of Sikkim. Each speaker highlighted the commitment of Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti towards the betterment of society. 



Expressing his gratitude for the prestigious recognition, Krishna Chettri extended his heartfelt appreciation to the members of NIFAA Sikkim State. He specifically thanked Praveen Pradhan, President of NIFAA Sikkim State, for organizing the grand event and conveyed his best wishes to them. At the ceremony, Krishna Chettri, along with Milan Sharma, Anand Lamichaney, and Suman Kami, represented the Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti, showcasing their dedication and support for the cause

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