Proud to be a Sikkimese: Sikkim Travel, Culture & Local Heritage

The quiz team from Mt. Zion Kidzee Singtam School embarked on an enriching journey to Darjeeling , where they participated in the Br. Eric Rudum Quiz Competition held at St. Joseph's School, North Point . The team of Deepshika Gadaily, Tanishka Pradhan and Tsheoshang Chemi Tamang represented the school escorted by Sisir Chettri , Chairman and Anisha Mukhia , Principal of the school. This prestigious event was organized by St. Joseph's North Point School had a participation of 42 schools.

21.08.23: The 32nd Nepali Bhasa Diwas was celebrated by the Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti with enthusiasm. The event took place at the Sports Hall of Archigos Preparatory Academy in Shantinagar. Shri LN Pradhan, President of Sikkim Government Retired Employees Welfare Association, Singtam Branch, was honored during the event. The day featured poetry recitations, speeches, and cultural dances. Krishna Chettri , President of SGSS, extended khadas to the Chief Guests and other attendees. He delivered the welcome address, emphasizing the significance of the day. Pradhan Neeraj Mohan , a distinguished Nepali literary figure from Singtam and Sikkim, presided over the event. Prominent guests from Singtam and beyond, such as Surya Prasad Kharel, Mahesh Dahal 'Sangam,' Nandu Dutraj 'Nisha,' Kripesh Singh, Anand Chettri i, Lokesh Mukhia, Latika Poudhyal, and Shital Pradhan, recited beautiful Nepali poems. Other attendees included Sharmila Sunar, Headmistress of Sakhukhani Prim...

Gangtok, 16/08/2023: “Indrajatra” the biggest festival for the “Newar” community is celebrated with great enthusiasm in the State every year. This year, the celebration would be eight days long Kumari Puja with three days of various activities and programmes. The Celebrations are to be organised with great pomp and glory in the State capital, Gangtok from 22nd to 29th September 2023.  A high-level coordination meeting was held at Newar Bhawan, Sichey, Gangtok on 16th August 2023 to finalise the programmes and events. The meeting was chaired by Shri Nirmal Kumar Pradhan, President of Sikkim Newar Guthi, He addressed the meeting house and stressed the need to organise the Indra Jatra event in a grand manner to showcase our rich cultural heritage and traditions. It was finalised that the Indrajatra 2023 puja and rituals would be carried out for entire 8 days with 7 days of puja including Lingo and Dagini puja at Newar Bhawan leading to the final day of Indra and Kumari puja on 29th S...

09.08.23: Members of Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti gathered to extend warm congratulations to Miss Pragati Gurung, a resident of Lower Chisopani, Singtam. Miss Gurung, a third-year student pursuing Geography (Honours) at NB Bhandari Degree College , Tadong, Gangtok, has been selected to represent India at the esteemed Asia Youth International Model United Nations - 12th Edition Conference. The conference is scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from August 12th to 15th, 2023.  . The Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti is immensely proud of Miss Pragati Gurung's accomplishments and wishes her the very best as she embarks on this remarkable journey to Kuala Lumpur. Miss Gurung's participation is particularly noteworthy as she will be representing India under the Council of the World Health Organization (WHO), with her assigned country being Ghana. The focal point of her presentation will be "Resilience and Sustainability in Establishing the Health System."  ...

06.08.23: The Education Department of Khamdong BAC organized a heartfelt felicitation program at Eco Resort, Majhitar, to honour twenty retired and transferred officials, comprising both teaching and non-teaching staff.  The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Shri Sawan R Dhakal, BDO of Khamdong BAC, who attended as the chief guest. Additionally, Shri Jagat Thapa and Shri OP Niroula, AD and AEO of the Education Department, Khamdong BAC, were the esteemed Guests of Honour for the day. The ceremony was a momentous occasion to celebrate the invaluable contributions and unwavering dedication of these honoured individuals to the education sector. Shri Mahesh Dahal 'Sangam' played a significant role in writing and preparing the felicitation for these twenty remarkable individuals. The program was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Heads of Primary Schools, Junior High Schools, Secondary Schools, and Senior Secondary Schools, along with other officials and staff u...

01.08.23: Members of Newa Bhay Bowneykuthi, Singtam Sakha, led by President Bhaju Gopal Pradhan, organized a successful one-day blood donation camp at the Blood Bank, District Hospital Singtam. The camp witnessed the active participation of several dedicated members, contributing to the noble cause of saving lives through blood donation.  The following members selflessly donated their blood: Following members took part in the blood donation: Bhaju Abhishek Pradhan – (Blood Group: O+), Bhaju Gopal Pradhan (Blood Group: B+), Bhaju Hiralall Pradhan (Blood Group: O+), Bhaju Lalit Pradhan (Blood Group: AB+), Bhaju Prakash Pradhan (Blood Group: AB+), Bhaju Pritam Pradhan (Blood Group: AB+).  Their exemplary act of compassion and generosity will undoubtedly benefit those in need of blood and contribute to the overall well-being of the community. Newa Bhay Bowneykuthi, Singtam Sakha, extends heartfelt gratitude to all donors and encourages everyone to continue supporting such initiati...

  Gangtok, 30/07/2023 : Sikkim Newar Guthi (SNG), a non-profit Organization registered vide No. 689/LR/94 held its Annual General Meeting cum 1 st Convocation of National Institute of Newar language and Culture at the Auditorium, Namthang Senior Secondary School amidst large gathering of Newars from all over the State including guests and dignitaries. The meeting was chaired by Shri. Nirmal Kr. Pradhan, President, Sikkim Newar Guthi and the other Central Executive members. The main agenda of the meeting was presentation of the Reports of Activities and Statement of Accounts for the period 2022-2023, Distribution of Certificates to students, felicitation to teachers & different sakha and Indrajatra Celebration 2023 . The meeting was started with lighting of lamp (Sukunda) by the Chairman of the AGM followed by performing Gyanmala Bhajans by members of Soreng and Daramdin sakhas. The main program was started with the welcome address by Bhaju (Mr) .C.K Pradhan, Member, Namt...