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

July 26, 2023 : The Dongeythang Primary School witnessed a momentous event as Balaram Adhikari, Zilla Adkshak of Gangtok District, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and inaugurated the new school building along with the 17000 ft Foundation gifted Children Park and Digital Lab. Hera Devi Adhikari, Government Contractor, were also felicitated during the event. The inauguration ceremony, held at the school premises, was attended by a prestigious gathering of distinguished guests, including Sherap Kazi, Zilla Panchayat, NB Gurung, Panchayat President, Simik Linzey GPU and his Panchayat members,  Pradeep Sharma, Principal, Sonamati SSS, Headmasters of Badong Thansing JHS, Simik Linzey JHS, Singtam SSS (Primary Section), Lingdong PS, Subuithang PS, Thangsing PS, Dipudara PS, Rabdang PS, members of SMCs, members of Narayani Pratibha Club, officials of different department, retired teachers and individuals from different department, guardians, parents, students and others were present...

On April 11, 2023, Dipudara Primary School celebrated the official opening of its new Children's Park and Digi Lab, which the 17000 ft Foundation gifted. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including Shri Dorjee Sherpa, Deputy Director of the Education Department in Khamdong BAC, Shri JB Chettri, Assistant Director, and Miss Himali Lamichaney, CRC, as well as Mrs Somith Lepcha, Vice President of Khamdong GPU members of the SMC, the school's staff, students, and parents. Mahesh Dahal, the school's headmaster, gave a warm welcome speech and expressed his gratitude to everyone who attended the event. He especially thanked the 17000 Feet Foundation for its generosity in making the Children's Park and Digi Lab possible. In his address, the Deputy Director congratulated the school on the new additions and emphasized their positive impact on the school's development. He also assured the school of his support for future improvements.

On March 31, 2023, Sakyong Chisopani Junior High School hosted an awareness program on the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative. In addition, it opened a new school playground. Notable people attended the event, including Mr Sotai Kri, the North East Swachh Bharat Mission Ambassador, and Mr Bimal Lamichaney, the Sikkim State Swachh Bharat Ambassador, Suresh Tamang, President, Singtam Nagar Panchayat, Sanjay Agarwal, Rangpo Nagar Panchayat Brand Ambassador, Praja Pradhan, Gangtok District Ambassador, MEO Singtam, Timku Adhikari, Singtam Brand Ambassador among others.  The program was designed to raise awareness about cleanliness and the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative in schools. Mr Dorjee Sherpa, the Khamdong BAC Deputy Director, emphasized the importance of cleanliness and the department's initiatives towards the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in schools. Sakyong Chisopani Junior High School students showcased various cultural activities to promote cleanliness. Different people to speak on th...

March 24, 2023 : Dochum Junior High School held the opening ceremony for the Children's Park and Digi Lab gifted by the 17000 ft Organisation. The event was graced by the presence of Smt. Phumshi Bhutia, President of the Sirwani GPU, inaugurated the park. The highlight of the day was the felicitation program and cultural performances by the students of Dochum JHS. The Education Department of Khamdong BAC was represented at the event, with Shri Dorjee Sherpa, Deputy Director, Shri JB Chettri, Assistant Director, and Miss Himali Lamichaney, CRC. Other distinguished guests included Shri Suman Lamichaney, Zilla Panchayat, former and current Panchayat members of Sirwani GPU, senior advisors of the school development committee, parents, students and others. During the event, special guests, former and current Zilla Panchayats, Panchayats, and senior community members were felicitated for their contributions to the school. The school Incharge, Bunu Shanker, also spoke at the event and exp...