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PIL filed in Sikkim High Court over Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls; next hearing on June 11

PIL filed in Sikkim High Court over Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls; next hearing on June 11

Jun 03, 2026

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the High Court of Sikkim by the Sikkimese Moolniwasi Suraksha Sangh, seeking judicial intervention in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being conducted in the state. The PIL has been accepted by the court and the next hearing is scheduled for June 11, 2026.

Sikkim reviews long-term solutions after repeated road disruptions on Lachen route

Sikkim reviews long-term solutions after repeated road disruptions on Lachen route

Jun 02, 2026

A high-level committee inspected the Chungthang-Lachen corridor after repeated blockages, including at Tarum Chu. The review focused on temporary restoration and long-term options to keep Lachen connected.

62 families join BJP during D.R. Thapa’s organisational visit to Sikkim's Yuksom

62 families join BJP during D.R. Thapa’s organisational visit to Sikkim's Yuksom

Jun 02, 2026

BJP Sikkim chief D R Thapa visited Yuksom as 62 families joined the party. The programme highlighted welfare outreach and the party's expansion push in the state.

ITBP launches cultural orientation programme for personnel in Sikkim

ITBP launches cultural orientation programme for personnel in Sikkim

Jun 02, 2026

The ITBP has begun a five-day orientation programme on Sikkim's language, culture and traditions for personnel posted in the state. The exercise is aimed at improving cultural understanding and helping troops connect better with local communities.

Sikkim forms steering and executive committees to prepare Vision 2047 roadmap

Sikkim forms steering and executive committees to prepare Vision 2047 roadmap

May 31, 2026

The Sikkim government has constituted a Steering Committee and an Executive Committee to prepare "Sikkim Vision 2047", a long-term development blueprint aimed at guiding the state's growth and transformation over the next two decades.

Sikkim withdraws odd-even restriction on private vehicles across state, except Gangtok

Sikkim withdraws odd-even restriction on private vehicles across state, except Gangtok

May 31, 2026

The Government of Sikkim has withdrawn the odd-even restriction on the movement of private vehicles across all districts of the state, except Gangtok town, with immediate effect following an improvement in the availability of fuel reserves.

SIR exercise begins in Sikkim; BLOs start door-to-door distribution of enumeration forms

SIR exercise begins in Sikkim; BLOs start door-to-door distribution of enumeration forms

May 30, 2026

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls commenced across Sikkim on Saturday, with Booth Level Officers (BLOs) beginning door-to-door visits to distribute enumeration forms to voters.

Sikkim High Court admits PIL challenging odd-even vehicle rule, seeks public feedback

Sikkim High Court admits PIL challenging odd-even vehicle rule, seeks public feedback

May 30, 2026

The Sikkim High Court has admitted a PIL against the state's odd-even vehicle rule and sought public grievances through district collectors. The case will examine the government's transport arrangements amid complaints over inconvenience and accessibility.

Sikkim makes emission control retrofit mandatory for generator sets older than 15 years

Sikkim makes emission control retrofit mandatory for generator sets older than 15 years

May 29, 2026

The Sikkim Pollution Control Board has made it mandatory for old generator sets to be retrofitted with emission control devices for renewal of consent-to-operate permissions in the state.

Sikkim sets July 15 target for restoring Lachen road, explores permanent solution

Sikkim sets July 15 target for restoring Lachen road, explores permanent solution

May 29, 2026

The Sikkim government has set a July 15 deadline for the restoration of the temporary road connecting Lachen in North Sikkim and has initiated steps to find a long-term solution to the region’s persistent connectivity problems.

Gangtok to host three-day ‘Sikkim Utsav 2026’ from June 5

Gangtok to host three-day ‘Sikkim Utsav 2026’ from June 5

May 29, 2026

Gangtok will host “Sikkim Utsav 2026 – Gangtok Chapter”, a three-day event celebrating the state’s entrepreneurs, culture, food and beverages, music, handicrafts and organic products from June 5 to 7, an official said on May 29.

Sikkim CM attends premiere of award-winning film ‘Shape of Momo’ in Gangtok

Sikkim CM attends premiere of award-winning film ‘Shape of Momo’ in Gangtok

May 28, 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang attended the Gangtok premiere of Shape of Momo, directed by Tribeny Rai. He said the film was a proud moment for the state and a boost for regional cinema.

Lachen residents highlight daily struggles despite Vibrant Village initiative in North Sikkim

May 28, 2026

Residents of Lachen in North Sikkim continue to face severe hardships due to poor road connectivity despite the Centre’s Vibrant Village Programme aimed at improving infrastructure in remote border regions.

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia hails Sikkim’s fully literate status under ULLAS

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia hails Sikkim’s fully literate status under ULLAS

May 28, 2026

Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia congratulated Sikkim after it was declared fully literate under ULLAS. He said the milestone marked educational progress and aligned with the Centre's broader development push.

President Droupadi Murmu calls for citizen-friendly policing during Sikkim police honour ceremony

President Droupadi Murmu calls for citizen-friendly policing during Sikkim police honour ceremony

May 28, 2026

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday, May 28 called for a more citizen-friendly policing system and urged police forces to function as supportive institutions for society while addressing the ceremonial presentation of the President’s Police Colour to the Sikkim Police at Palzor Stadium in Gangtok.

Sikkim court orders FIR against MLA Kala Rai in property demolition case

Sikkim court orders FIR against MLA Kala Rai in property demolition case

May 27, 2026

A court in Sikkim has directed Sadar Police Station in Gangtok to register an FIR and investigate allegations linked to the demolition of a structure near STNM Hospital in Sochakgang, in a case involving Upper Burtuk MLA Kala Rai.

Sikkim declared fully literate state under Centre’s ULLAS initiative

Sikkim declared fully literate state under Centre’s ULLAS initiative

May 27, 2026

Sikkim was officially declared a fully literate state on Wednesday, May 27, in the presence of Droupadi Murmu during a programme held at Manan Kendra in Gangtok.

Education most powerful tool for women’s empowerment: President Murmu at Sikkim University convocation

Education most powerful tool for women’s empowerment: President Murmu at Sikkim University convocation

May 27, 2026

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday, May 27, said education remains one of the most powerful tools for women’s empowerment, noting that women students dominated the list of medal recipients at the 7th convocation ceremony of Sikkim University.

Sikkim CM thanks people as SKM government completes seven years in office

Sikkim CM thanks people as SKM government completes seven years in office

May 27, 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Wednesday, May 27, congratulated the people of Sikkim on the completion of seven years of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) government and thanked them for their continued trust, support and cooperation.

Regional language outreach key for successful electoral roll revision in Sikkim: ECI official

Regional language outreach key for successful electoral roll revision in Sikkim: ECI official

May 27, 2026

Effective communication and outreach in regional languages are crucial for the successful implementation of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, particularly in geographically challenging states like Sikkim, an Election Commission official said on Wednesday, May 27.

President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Gangtok on three-day visit to Sikkim

President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Gangtok on three-day visit to Sikkim

May 26, 2026

President Droupadi Murmu reached Gangtok for a three-day official visit to Sikkim. The visit includes Sikkim University's convocation and the presentation of the Police Colour to Sikkim Police.