Sikkim News

Sikkim emerges as model of sustainable growth and border development: Governor Om Prakash Mathur

Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur said that the state has emerged as a national model for sustainable development, environmental protection and inclusive growth while addressing the people of the state on the occasion of its 51st Statehood Day.

Sikkim: BJP leader Tseten Tashi Bhutia seeks accountability on Article 371F, reserved seats and state debt

BJP leader Tseten Tashi Bhutia issued a detailed public statement raising concerns over the handling of several long-pending constitutional, political and administrative issues in Sikkim during the ongoing Golden Jubilee celebrations marking 50 years of the state’s merger with India.

Sikkim CM says state entering new phase of development as it marks 51st Statehood Day

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on May 16 said Sikkim was entering a new phase of development focused on quality, sustainability, youth empowerment and long-term economic growth as the Himalayan state celebrated its 51st Statehood Day.

Jyotiraditya Scindia reviews education, tourism and sports projects during Sikkim visit

Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Friday, May 15, reviewed a series of development projects related to education, tourism, tea production and sports during his visit to Namchi district in Sikkim.

Army rescues stranded tourists on Nathu La route after landslide in Sikkim

The Indian Army on Friday, May 15, rescued several tourists stranded along the Nathu La-Thegu route in Sikkim after a landslide blocked the road, officials said.

Labourer killed after being crushed by machine at construction site in Sikkim

A 45-year-old labourer working with the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF) died after being crushed under a machine at a construction site in Sikkim’s Pakyong district, police said on Friday, May 15.

Sikkim government bans purchase of new official vehicles for one year

Sikkim government bans new official vehicle purchases for one year to control spending. Officials must optimise use of existing vehicles to enhance financial management.

Sikkim launches major austerity drive: CM Tamang cuts official carcade by 50 per cent

In response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for austerity and fuel conservation, Prem Singh Tamang on May 14 announced a sweeping austerity drive in Sikkim, including a 50 per cent reduction in his official carcade and implementation of an odd-even vehicle rule across the state.

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia begins three-day visit to Sikkim today

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia begins a three-day visit to Sikkim to review development projects and strengthen Centre-State ties. The visit aims to boost growth and connectivity in the northeastern region.

‘Hope our people back us’: Sikkim filmmaker Tribeny Rai ahead of India-Nepal release of ‘Shape of Momo’

President Droupadi Murmu honours Sikkim’s Madhu Mala Gurung for excellence in nursing service

Sikkim’s healthcare sector received national recognition after Madhu Mala Gurung was conferred the prestigious National Florence Nightingale Award 2026 by Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of International Nurses Day.

Indian Army facilitates women-run cafe near Baba Harbhajan Singh Shrine in East Sikkim

A cafe operated by an all-women local team has been established at an altitude of 13,000 feet near the Baba Harbhajan Singh Shrine in East Sikkim, in an initiative aimed at promoting tourism and generating livelihood opportunities in the remote border region.

Eight panchayats from four North Eastern States win honours at National Panchayat Awards 2025

Panchayats from the North East put up a strong performance in the National Panchayat Awards 2025 announced by the Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj, with Assam, Tripura, Mizoram and Sikkim securing national recognition across multiple categories.

Sikkim orders probe into death of woman and unborn twins at STNM hospital

The Health and Family Welfare Department of Sikkim has constituted a five-member inquiry committee to investigate the death of unborn twins at STNM Hospital, Sochakgang, and the subsequent referral case involving a woman from Gyalshing district.

Sikkim Assembly delegation attends national committee meet on legislative reforms in Jaipur

Speaker of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly Mingma Norbu Sherpa attended the meeting of the “Committee of Presiding Officers to Review the Committee System” held at the Constitution Club of Rajasthan and the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly in Jaipur.

Sikkim MP D.T. Lepcha inspects development projects, finalises site for Rs 2 crore Hanuman statue

Sikkim MP D.T. Lepcha inspected ongoing development projects and finalised the site for a Rs 2 crore Hanuman statue. He urged officials to ensure timely completion and maintain transparency in all works.

Art of Living Foundation conducts rural happiness programme in Sikkim's Uttarey

Art of Living Foundation held a rural happiness programme in Uttarey, Sikkim to promote mental health. The event included meditation and workshops, receiving positive community feedback.

Sikkim's Nathula Trade to resume from June 2026, says Rajya Sabha MP D.T. Lepcha

Nathula trade route between India and China will reopen in June 2026, boosting economic ties. Local traders welcome the move as preparations begin for smooth operations.

Sikkim’s paperless judiciary marks major step towards Digital India, says Governor

Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur on May 2, said Sikkim’s transition towards becoming the country’s first fully paperless judiciary marks a historic step in realising the vision of Digital India.

Fake PM cash prize advertisement on Facebook dupes Sikkim man in cyber fraud

A resident of Pakyong district in Sikkim has allegedly fallen victim to an online fraud after being lured by a fake social media advertisement promising a cash prize in the name of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

SKM’s Tshering Palden Bhutia elected Gangtok Mayor, Sara Lama named Deputy Mayor

Tshering Palden Bhutia of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) was elected Mayor of the Gangtok Municipal Corporation on May 2, while Sara Lama was elected Deputy Mayor.