Shital Pradhan from Sikkim wins Vermeil
Singtam, 14.02.24: The prestigious GANGTOKPEX 2024 (Feb 7-8), organised by Sikkim Post and held at Sir Tashi Namgyal Senior Secondary School, Gangtok concluded on a high note, showcasing the extraordinary talent of philatelists from Sikkim and nearby region. The Vermeil Medal, the highest honour in the senior category, was awarded to Shital Pradhan from Singtam, Sikkim, for his captivating exhibit titled "Sikkim Through Philately," earning an impressive 72 marks.
In the senior category,
Silver Medals were bestowed upon Deepen Pradhan (Rhenock - India Pre
Independence), Sushil Karthak (Siliguri
- Famous Indian), Anand Yonzone (Darjeeling - The Postal System), and Nilema
Yonzone (Darjeeling - Women Empowerment), each receiving 62 marks for their
outstanding contributions.
Bronze Medals were shared
by Ganesh Kumar Pradhan (Rhenock - Philatelic Exhibition in India / Special
Covers on Sikkim), Sishir Pradhan (World of Football), Sunita Gurung (Singtam -
Darjeeling Postal Collection / Special Covers on Sikkim), Sushil Karthak
(Siliguri - Rhino), Rubenn Pradhan (Rhenock - India Miniature Sheet), Shanti
Bhuzal (Rhenock - Biodiversity), Anirudh Sharma (Rhenock - Toy Train Through
Philately), and Bipul Bikas Das (Siliguri - Himalayas), with each participant
earning a commendable 57 marks.
In the Junior category,
young talents were recognized with Silver Medals awarded to Sumiran Tirwa,
Ekashray Tamang, Ujjalata Singh Sunwar, Nancy Gurung, and Avishu Pradhan for
their impressive exhibits. Meanwhile, Subasna Basnet, Sudarshan Rai, Aakriti Rai,
Albin Sohit Chettri, Meghna Sharma, Tanishka Pradhan, and Sidharth Rasaily
received well-deserved Bronze Medals.
The philatelic exhibition
featured the unveiling of the Special Cover on "Chyabrung - A Musical
Instrument of the Limboo Tribe of Sikkim," designed by Roshan Prasad, a
renowned philatelist from Sikkim. Additionally, a Philatelic Workshop and Quiz
Competition for students, hosted by the knowledgeable Vivek Yonzone, from
Darjeeling, added an educational and engaging dimension to the event. Deepen
Pradhan from Rhenock, Sikkim had designed the beautiful logo of GangtokPex
2024.
Ganesh Pradhan, President
of the Sikkim Philatelic Society, has congratulated the Sikkim Post for
successfully conducting the event. Pradhan further extended his congratulations
to the awardee participants.
