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Bhutan King and Queen Join Hindu Community in Thimphu to Celebrate DashainKing Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen ...
22/10/2026

Bhutan King and Queen Join Hindu Community in Thimphu to Celebrate Dashain

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema joined the Hindu community today at the Devi Panchayan Mandir in Thimphu to celebrate the auspicious festival of Dashain.

Happy Vijayadashami! May the tika and jamara of Bijaya Dashami fill your life with the light of joy, hope, and blessings...
21/10/2026

Happy Vijayadashami! May the tika and jamara of Bijaya Dashami fill your life with the light of joy, hope, and blessings. बडा दशैंको हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना!

CM Prem Singh Tamang Golay Writes —Heartiest congratulations to Ms. Dilu Tamang and Ms. Tila Rupa Sapkota on being confe...
19/10/2026

CM Prem Singh Tamang Golay Writes —

Heartiest congratulations to Ms. Dilu Tamang and Ms. Tila Rupa Sapkota on being conferred with the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar by the Sangeet Natak Akademi for their contributions to folk dance and theatre, respectively.

This national recognition is a moment of immense pride for Sikkim, celebrating the extraordinary talent of our daughters who continue to bring honour to our State through their dedication to art and culture.

I extend my heartiest congratulations to both awardees and wish them continued success in their artistic journeys.

Their achievement is Sikkim’s pride, and their success is an inspiration to generations to come!

Governor-Designate of Sikkim Arrives in GangtokGangtok, October 18 (IPR): Mr Dushyant Kumar Gautam, Governor-designate o...
18/10/2026

Governor-Designate of Sikkim Arrives in Gangtok

Gangtok, October 18 (IPR): Mr Dushyant Kumar Gautam, Governor-designate of Sikkim, arrived at Burtuk Helipad, Gangtok, today ahead of his swearing-in ceremony scheduled for October 19, 2026, at Lok Bhavan, Gangtok.

Upon arrival the Governor was received by
Chief Minister Mr Prem Singh Tamang, Deputy Speaker SLA Ms Raj Kumari Thapa, Council of Ministers, MLAs, Mayor GMC and Councillors, Chief Secretary,Director General of Police, Political Advisors to HCM, Advisors, Chairpersons, OSDs, along with senior Government officials.

The Governor-designate of Sikkim was accorded a Guard of Honour by the Sikkim Armed Police at Burtuk Helipad upon his arrival.

Mr Dushyant Kumar Gautam was appointed as the 21st Governor of Sikkim by the President of India, Ms Droupadi Murmu, on October 12, 2026. He succeeds Mr Om Prakash Mathur.

The Governor-designate is scheduled to be sworn in as the Governor of Sikkim tomorrow.

Report from DIO-GANGTOK

Press ReleaseLokbhawan: SikkimDate: 18 October 2026The Hon'ble Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, was bid farew...
18/10/2026

Press Release
Lokbhawan: Sikkim
Date: 18 October 2026

The Hon'ble Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, was bid farewell by officials and staff at Lokbhawan.

After being appointed as the new Governor of Kerala, the Hon'ble Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, was given an official farewell by the officials and staff at Lokbhawan. All senior officials and staff of the Lokbhawan family were present at the farewell ceremony.

Addressing the farewell ceremony, the Hon'ble Governor shared his experiences during his tenure in Sikkim. He described the time spent in Sikkim as the 'golden period' of his life. The Governor expressed heartfelt gratitude to the officials, staff, and people of the state for the unwavering affection, respect, and cooperation he received during his visit to Sikkim. He appreciated the hospitality extended by the Lokbhawan and said that his long public life in Sikkim was the most beautiful and said that the memories of the people here will always remain in his heart.
During the ceremony, the Lokbhawan family expressed their gratitude to the Honorable Governor for his excellent guidance and skilled leadership.

The officials and staff described their experience working with him as extremely inspiring.
During this time, the Honorable Governor's OSD Shri Ratish Chaturvedi, Private Secretary Shri Akhilesh Mishra, and Private Assistant Shri Baghda Ram were also bid farewell.
Finally, the entire Lokbhawan family wished the Honorable Governor a successful life, good health, and longevity, and extended heartfelt congratulations for this new journey as the Governor of Kerala.

15/10/2026

Sikkim to Rename Village Guards as ‘Village Commandos’: CM Tamang

15/10/2026

Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang today laid the foundation stone for Holistic Institute of Ayurveda and Wellness Centre at Lungchok, under Chujachen Constituency in Pakyong District.

SHARAD RITU DURGA PUJA MAHOTSAV 2026 CELEBRATED AT RONGLIRongli, Sikkim | 14 October 2026The Sharad Ritu Durga Puja Maho...
14/10/2026

SHARAD RITU DURGA PUJA MAHOTSAV 2026 CELEBRATED AT RONGLI

Rongli, Sikkim | 14 October 2026

The Sharad Ritu Durga Puja Mahotsav 2026, organised by the Rongli Business Community, is being celebrated with great devotion, enthusiasm and spiritual fervour at Rongli, bringing together devotees and members of the community to mark the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja.

Today, SIMFED Chairman Shri Tenzing Dorjee Bhutia attended the religious programme and sought the blessings of Maa Durga. His presence added to the spiritual significance of the celebration.

As part of the Mahotsav, Bhajan Competitions are being organised to encourage devotional singing, showcase local talent and preserve the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of the region. The competition also offers attractive cash prizes, with ₹20,000 for the First Prize and ₹13,000 for the Second Prize, encouraging participants to showcase their devotion and musical abilities.

The festival reflects the values of faith, unity, cultural heritage and community participation, bringing people together in a spirit of devotion and celebration.

My best wishes to all the participants of the Bhajan Competitions, the Rongli Business Community and everyone involved in organising this auspicious Mahotsav. May the celebration be a grand success, and may Maa Durga bless the people of Rongli and all of Sikkim with peace, prosperity, happiness and good health.

Teesta Triveni River side camping is started From Today cost Rs 1500 / per head’s (including Night Dinner , BRQ , Bornf...
14/10/2026



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CM Prem Singh Tamang Golay Writes —On behalf of the people and the Government of Sikkim, I extended my heartiest congrat...
13/10/2026

CM Prem Singh Tamang Golay Writes —

On behalf of the people and the Government of Sikkim, I extended my heartiest congratulations and a warm welcome to Shri Dushyant Gautam Ji on his appointment as the Hon’ble Governor of Sikkim. I convey my best wishes to him as he embarks on this new responsibility.

During our interaction in New Delhi today, we discussed various matters concerning Sikkim’s tourism, agriculture, and other key sectors. The Hon’ble Governor assured us of his valuable support, guidance, and commitment towards the continued development and progress of our state.

I look forward to his guidance and support in our collective endeavour to build a more prosperous, progressive, and vibrant Sikkim.

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