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The Government of Sikkim has withdrawn the odd-even restriction on the movement of private vehicles across all districts of the state, except Gangtok town, with immediate effect following an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

Lachen residents of North Sikkim warn of intensified protest over delayed road restoration

May 25, 2026

Residents of Lachen in North Sikkim have warned of stronger protests if road connectivity to the region is not restored by July 15, 2026.

Sikkim participates in North East regional review meeting on fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying in Mizoram

Sikkim participates in North East regional review meeting on fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying in Mizoram

May 25, 2026

Sikkim joined the North East regional review meeting on fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying in Aizawl. The discussions covered state initiatives, future proposals and the review of centrally sponsored schemes across the region.

Sikkim CM congratulates Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai on elevation as Patna High Court Chief Justice

Sikkim CM congratulates Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai on elevation as Patna High Court Chief Justice

May 25, 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Sunday, May 24 congratulated Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai on her elevation as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, describing it as a historic and proud moment for the state.

President Droupadi Murmu to visit Sikkim from May 26, attend Sikkim University convocation

President Droupadi Murmu to visit Sikkim from May 26, attend Sikkim University convocation

May 23, 2026

President Droupadi Murmu will begin a three-day visit to Sikkim from May 26, during which she will attend the seventh convocation ceremony of Sikkim University and visit Nathula along the India-China border, officials said on Saturday, May 23.