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

On March 24, the Government of India's Department of Posts, North Bengal & Sikkim Region, honored three philatelists for their outstanding performance in the National Level Stamp Exhibition. The event took place during the inauguration of the Siliguri Philatelic Bureau. Roshan Prasad of Sikkim, Vivek Yonzone of Darjeeling, and Uday Mani Pradhan of Darjeeling were recognized for their exceptional efforts and dedication to the art of philately.  All three won medals at the National Level Stamp Exhibition held earlier this year. Roshan Prasad won the Silver Medal in the 'Thematic Philately' category for his exhibit on "The Story of Cricket", Vivek Yonzone won the Silver Medal in the Thematic Philately' category for his exhibit on "Elements of Music" and Uday Mani Pradhan won the Bronze Medal in the 'Thematic Philately' category for his exhibit on "Rotary International."  The Department of Posts congratulates the winners on their ou...

A new record was set on the rail tracks at Siliguri Junction on June 5, 2006, when for the first time in India and across the globe, a running philatelic exhibition was conducted. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway , UNESCO recognized world heritage, ran for 31 kilometres in 10 hours from Siliguri Junction to Agony Point, with a halt at Sukuna to mark its 125th year.  The program jointly conducted by the Siliguri Philatelic Society (SPS) and Sikkim Philatelic Club (SPC) had added a new page in the history of Indian Philately . Noted Railway Philatelist Vikas Singh of Ghaziabad, the man behind the concept, had booked the train for the day for this purpose. The event named “ Heritage 06 ” was held on June 5 and 6, 2006. On the first day, the exhibition was held at Siliguri Junction Railway Station where the well-decorated Train 788-B was flagged off at Agony Point, Tindharia at around 7.30 am. Stamps, Special Covers and First Day Covers on Indian Rai...