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32nd Nepali Bhasa Diwas observed

By himalayanreview


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 Chettrii, Lokesh Mukhia, Latika Poudhyal, and Shital Pradhan, recited beautiful Nepali poems. Other attendees included Sharmila Sunar, Headmistress of Sakhukhani Primary School, as well as singers Amisha Lohar and Norzang Tamang.
Nishant Dulal discussed the role of Sikkim in recognizing the Nepali Language. Sundar Rai and Santosh Bardewa, well-known social workers, highlighted the importance of language recognition.
Mohan Pradhan 'Neeraj' praised Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti for promoting the Nepali language and commended the diverse performances of the day. LN Pradhan, the chief guest, expressed gratitude to SGSS for the felicitation and recounted Singtam's support for the movement in the past.
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