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Government Primary School Dongeythang Celebrates 79th Independence Day

16.08.25, Singtam: Government Primary School, Dongeythang, celebrated India's 79th Independence Day with a grand and patriotic program. Mrs. Gaki Doma Bhutia, Panchayat of Simick Ward and SMC President, and Mrs. Phurmit Lepcha, Panchayat of Lingzey Ward and Vice President of Simik Lingzey GPU, served as the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour, respectively, and unfurled the tricolor flag. Distinguished guests, students, staff, and parents were present on the occasion.


The day's highlight was the hoisting of the national flag by the Chief Guest, accompanied by the National Anthem and a spirited march past by the students of Dongeythang Primary School. Shri Bhim Prasad Dahal delivered the welcome speech. Shri LB Pradhan, former Headmaster of the school, and Shri RP Sharma, former teacher, were felicitated on the occasion for their contributions to the school's development.


The program was a vibrant showcase of talent and patriotism, featuring cultural presentations by students from Badong Thangsing JHS and Dongeythang Primary School, along with speeches from the Chief Guest, Smt. Gaki Doma Bhutia, the School Advisor, Shri RP Poudyal, former Army official, Shri KP Subedi, the Headmaster, Shri Shital Pradhan, and the school captain, Miss Bipashna Dahal.

A variety of sports competitions added to the festive atmosphere, with students and audience members participating in various events. A special volleyball exhibition match between Narayan Prathibha Club and the school team was also a major attraction, with the school team winning 2-1.

Shri Karma Rinzing Bhutia and Shri CM Dahal hosted the day's events, which concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Shri. Karma Thupden Namgyal Bhutia.

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