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Gratitude for the Sikkim State Commendation Certificate Award 2023

05.09.23: I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the State Government of Sikkim, CEO Madam, Samagra Siksha AD Sir (Gangtok District, Education Department), AD Sir, AEO Sir, and CRC Madam and staff (Education Department, Khamdong BAC) and the selection committee of the Award for honouring me with the prestigious Sikkim State Commendation Certificate Award 2023 during the Teachers Day Celebration held at Manan Kendra, Gangtok.

(In Picture: Shri Prem Singh Tamang, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Sikkim, Shri Kunga Nima Lepcha, Hon'ble Education Minister of Sikkim, and Shri Ravindra Telang, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Education Department)

On this auspicious occasion, I would like to express my thanks to my former colleagues, students, and Headmasters of Burung JHS, Dalapchand SS, and Sakyong Chisopani JHS, where I had rendered 18 years of service. It was a privilege to work with you all and contribute to improving our schools and students.

I'd like to thank my colleagues at Dongeythang Primary School for their warm welcome and for making me part of the team so easily. I have big dreams, and I'm confident that together, with your support, we'll help our students excel.

This recognition would not have been possible without the invaluable guidance, unwavering support, and inspiration I received from various mentors over the years. They instilled in me a profound curiosity and a deep love for learning, qualities that I carry with me every single day. I also want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my family for their continuous support and guidance.

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