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Press Release Shape of Momo Wins Best Fiction Film at the 5th PK Rosy Film Festival, ChennaiShape of Momo, the debut fea...
13/04/2026

Press Release
Shape of Momo Wins Best Fiction Film at the 5th PK Rosy Film Festival, Chennai

Shape of Momo, the debut feature film by Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Rai, has been awarded the Best Fiction Film prize at the 5th edition of the PK Rosy Film Festival, held in Chennai. The award was announced on April 12 at the festival's closing ceremony.
The PK Rosy Film Festival is founded and organised by filmmaker Pa Ranjith through his Neelam Cultural Centre in Chennai. It is named after PK Rosy, a Dalit actress who was the first woman to act in a Malayalam film.
The festival is held every April as part of Vaanam, a month-long celebration of Dalit culture and history coinciding with Dalit History Month. Now in its fifth edition, it has established itself as one of the most significant independent film platforms in India for cinema that speaks from and for underrepresented communities.
“Our team is very happy and honoured to have received this award, especially because of everything this film festival represents. The PK Rosy Film Festival is an important platform that amplifies Dalit and marginalised voices and to be recognised here means a great deal to us,

Tribeny Rai,
Director

Women are essential in decision-making bodies to ensure democratic governance, foster diverse perspectives, and achieve ...
12/04/2026

Women are essential in decision-making bodies to ensure democratic governance, foster diverse perspectives, and achieve sustainable development. Their presence in decision-making bodies leads to more inclusive policies, better economic growth, and gender-balanced leadership that drives innovation.
​As I always stand for the voice of women's empowerment and believe their opinions should be heard in decision-making bodies, I cordially welcome the Union Cabinet's decision to approve the Women's Reservation Bill, known as the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. This is the 106th Constitutional Amendment Act 2023, which was introduced in the Lok Sabha as the 128th Amendment Bill before being passed. The law aims to reserve 33% of seats for women (including those from SC/ST communities) in the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies.

Bina Rai
Advocate & Social Activist

11/04/2026

The Body Builders’ Association of Sikkim successfully hosted the 6th Amateur Mr. Sukhim 2026 Bodybuilding Men’s & Women’s Physique Championship at Pakyong.

The event held with the great excitement and competitive spirit of the finest physiques in both men’s bodybuilding and women’s physique categories.

नारी शक्तिदेखि राष्ट्र शक्ति: भारतको नयाँ राजनीतिक प्रभातमहिला आरक्षण ऐन केवल नीति परिवर्तन होइन—यो एक सभ्यतागत सुधार हो...
11/04/2026

नारी शक्तिदेखि राष्ट्र शक्ति: भारतको नयाँ राजनीतिक प्रभात

महिला आरक्षण ऐन केवल नीति परिवर्तन होइन—यो एक सभ्यतागत सुधार हो जसले भारतको राजनीतिक भविष्यलाई पुनर्परिभाषित गर्नेछ

लेखिका: पूजा शर्मा
प्रवक्ता, भाजपा सिक्किम राज्य

माननीय प्रधानमन्त्री Narendra Modi जीको नेतृत्वमा भारत “Women-Oriented New India” को उदय देखिरहेको छ—जहाँ Nari Shakti नै Nation Shakti हो। भारत एउटा ऐतिहासिक क्षणको साक्षी बनिरहेको छ—जसले केवल शासनको भविष्य मात्र होइन, यसको लोकतन्त्रको चरित्रलाई नै आकार दिनेछ। सन् २०२३ मा पारित भएको Women’s Reservation Bill, जसलाई औपचारिक रूपमा Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam भनिन्छ, यसले राजनीतिक प्रतिनिधित्वमा रहेको दीर्घकालीन असन्तुलनलाई सच्याउने निर्णायक कदम चालेको छ।

करिब तीन दशकसम्म संसद र राज्य विधानसभामा महिला आरक्षणको माग अपूर्ण एजेन्डाका रूपमा रह्यो। सन् १९९६ मा पहिलोपटक प्रस्तुत गरिएको यो प्रस्ताव पटक–पटक ढिलाइ, अवरोध र राजनीतिक हिचकिचाहटको सामना गर्‍यो। तर, माननीय प्रधानमन्त्री Narendra Modi जीको दृढ नेतृत्वमा भाजपा नेतृत्वको सरकारले यस दीर्घकालीन सुधारलाई अन्ततः २०२३ मा साकार गर्‍यो।

यो केवल विधायी उपलब्धि मात्र होइन—यो एक रूपान्तरणकारी राष्ट्रिय प्रतिबद्धता हो। यस ऐनले Lok Sabha र सबै State Legislative Assemblies मा ३३% महिला आरक्षण सुनिश्चित गरेको छ, जसमा SC/ST महिलाहरूका लागि समेत प्रावधान राखिएको छ, जसले नीति निर्माणमा समान सहभागिता सुनिश्चित गर्छ। Delimitation पछि, सम्भवतः सन् २०२९ देखि यसको कार्यान्वयन हुने अपेक्षा गरिएको छ, जसले भारतलाई विश्वकै सबैभन्दा महत्वपूर्ण लोकतान्त्रिक परिवर्तनहरूमध्ये एकतर्फ अघि बढाउँदैछ। Women’s Reservation Act यस दृष्टिकोणको राजनीतिक परिपूर्णता हो। यसले महिलाहरूलाई केवल लाभार्थी होइन, राष्ट्रको भविष्य निर्माण गर्ने सक्रिय निर्णयकर्ता बनाउँछ। यही हो New India—जहाँ सशक्तिकरण केवल प्रतीकात्मक होइन, प्रणालीगत छ।

दशकौँसम्म महिलाहरू—देशको करिब ५०% जनसंख्या हुँदाहुँदै पनि—विधानिक संस्थाहरूमा न्यून प्रतिनिधित्वमा सीमित रहे। आज पनि Lok Sabha मा महिलाहरूको प्रतिनिधित्व करिब १४–१५% मात्र रहेको छ। यस विधेयकले यस समीकरणलाई आधारभूत रूपमा परिवर्तन गर्छ। यसले नीति निर्माणमा आवाज सुनिश्चित गर्छ (केवल मतदानमा सहभागिता मात्र होइन), स्वास्थ्य, शिक्षा, सुरक्षा र कल्याणतर्फ संवेदनशील नीति निर्माणलाई प्रोत्साहित गर्छ र समावेशी शासन सुनिश्चित गर्छ, जहाँ निर्णयहरू महिलाहरूको वास्तविक जीवन अनुभवसँग मेल खान्छन्। यो केवल आरक्षणको कुरा होइन—यो प्रतिनिधित्व, पहिचान र अधिकारपूर्ण सहभागिताको कुरा हो।

भारतको संसदमा महिलाहरूको प्रतिनिधित्व ऐतिहासिक रूपमा सीमित रहँदै आएको छ, जुन करिब १४–१५ प्रतिशतको वरिपरि रहेको छ। यो अन्तर केवल संख्यात्मक होइन—यो निर्णय प्रक्रियामा रहेको गहिरो असन्तुलनको संकेत हो। Women’s Reservation Act ले शासनमा सार्थक सहभागिता सुनिश्चित गर्दै, नीति निर्माणमा संवेदनशीलता बढाउँदै र लोकतन्त्रलाई अझ समावेशी र प्रतिनिधिमूलक बनाउँदै यस समस्यालाई सम्बोधन गर्छ। यसले महिलाहरूको राजनीतिक सहभागितालाई अपवादबाट नियममा रूपान्तरण गर्छ।

प्रधानमन्त्री Narendra Modi जीको शासन दर्शनले निरन्तर रूपमा women development बाट women-led development तर्फको परिवर्तनलाई जोड दिएको छ। यो दृष्टिकोण Ujjwala Yojana देखि Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana सम्म, वित्तीय समावेशीदेखि महिलाको नाममा घर स्वामित्वसम्मका विभिन्न पहलहरूमा प्रतिबिम्बित हुन्छ। यसले महिलाहरूलाई केवल लाभार्थीबाट राष्ट्र निर्माणका नेतृत्वकर्ता र निर्णयकर्तामा रूपान्तरण गर्छ।

सिक्किम जस्तो प्रगतिशील राज्यका लागि, यस सुधारको प्रभाव दुवै—तत्कालीन र रूपान्तरणकारी हुनेछ। ३२ सदस्यीय विधानसभामा, ३३% आरक्षणले कम्तीमा ११ महिला विधायक (MLAs) सुनिश्चित गर्नेछ, साथै संसदमा (१ MP) प्रतिनिधित्व पनि सशक्त हुनेछ। यो केवल अंकगणितीय परिवर्तन होइन—यो एक दृष्टिकोणगत परिवर्तन हो। यसले राज्यको राजनीतिक परिदृश्यलाई पुनर्परिभाषित गर्नेछ।

महिला-नेतृत्व भएको सिक्किमले सस्टेनेबल टुरिज्म र सांस्कृतिक अर्थतन्त्रमा बलियो ध्यान दिनेछ, ग्रामीण विकास र स्थानीय शासनमा गहिरो ध्यान दिनेछ र समावेशी नीति निर्माणलाई अघि बढाउनेछ, जसले महिलाहरूको वास्तविक जीवन अनुभवलाई प्रतिबिम्बित गर्नेछ। यो केवल प्रतिनिधित्व वृद्धि होइन—यो नेतृत्वको पुनर्कल्पना हो।

कल्पना गर्नुहोस्—एक यस्तो सिक्किम जहाँ महिलाहरूले पर्यटन, वातावरण, अर्गानिक खेती र ग्रामीण अर्थतन्त्रका नीतिहरू निर्माण गर्नेछन्। जहाँ गाउँदेखि शासनसम्म आवाज बलियो हुनेछ र नेतृत्वले राज्यको वास्तविक सामाजिक संरचना प्रतिबिम्बित गर्नेछ। यही हो New Sikkim—प्रगतिशील, समावेशी र महिला-नेतृत्वयुक्त। महिलाहरूको नेतृत्वको प्रभाव संसदभन्दा बाहिर पनि देखिन्छ। प्रमाणहरूले देखाएका छन् कि महिला नेतृहरूले शिक्षा, स्वास्थ्य, सरसफाइ र सामुदायिक कल्याणलाई प्राथमिकता दिन्छन्।

संवैधानिक समर्थनसँगै, अब यो परिवर्तन राज्यहरू हुँदै राष्ट्रभरि विस्तार हुनेछ। यस ऐनले समानता, मर्यादा र साझा नेतृत्वतर्फको गहिरो सामाजिक परिवर्तनको संकेत गर्दछ।

Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam लाई केवल एउटा ऐनको रूपमा होइन—भारतको लोकतान्त्रिक विकासको एक ऐतिहासिक माइलस्टोनको रूपमा सम्झिनेछ। इतिहासले यसलाई केवल एउटा Bill पारित भएको क्षण होइन—एक अवरोध भत्किएको क्षणको रूपमा सम्झिनेछ। दशकौँको प्रतीक्षापछि, भारतकी महिलाहरू अब शक्तिको किनारमा छैनन्—उनीहरू नेतृत्व, निर्णय र राष्ट्र निर्माणको केन्द्रमा प्रवेश गरिरहेका छन्।

२०२९ तर्फ अघि बढ्दै गर्दा, दृष्टि स्पष्ट छ: एक Women-Oriented New India, जहाँ Nari Shakti नै Nation Shakti को प्रेरक शक्ति हुनेछ। अल्पप्रतिनिधित्वको मौनताबाट सहभागिताको शक्तिसम्म, भारतकी छोरीहरू अब साइडलाइनमा पर्खिरहेका छैनन्—उनीहरू लोकतन्त्रको केन्द्रमा प्रवेश गरिरहेका छन्।

जब महिलाहरू नेतृत्व गर्छन्, राष्ट्र केवल अघि बढ्दैन—यो रूपान्तरण हुन्छ। र यस यात्रामा, सिक्किम जस्ता राज्यहरू केवल सहभागी मात्र होइन—नेतृत्व गर्नेछन्।

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Press Release Gangtok, April 11: The Secretary of the Social Welfare Department, Smt. Sarika Pradhan today called on the...
11/04/2026

Press Release
Gangtok, April 11: The Secretary of the Social Welfare Department, Smt. Sarika Pradhan today called on the Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur at Lok Bhavan.

During the courtesy meeting, the Secretary extended a formal invitation to the Governor to participate in the 135th birth anniversary celebration of Bharat Ratna, Dr. B. R Ambedkar as the chief guest on 14 April, 26 at the Sikkim Legislative Assembly, Gangtok.

The Governor accepted the invitation and conveyed his best wishes for the success of the Ambedkar jayanti celebration.

EIGHT SIKKIMESE GIRLS FOOTBALLERS TO ATTEND AIFF-FIFA TALENT ACADEMY TRIALS AT HYDERABAD8 (Eight) Sikkimese girls footba...
11/04/2026

EIGHT SIKKIMESE GIRLS FOOTBALLERS TO ATTEND
AIFF-FIFA TALENT ACADEMY TRIALS AT HYDERABAD

8 (Eight) Sikkimese girls footballers has been called to attend trials for AIFF / FIFA Talent Acedemy in Hyderabad, Telangana from 21st to 23rd April 2026. They are:-
1) Ms. Anula Lepcha
2) Ms. Bhumika S***a
3) Ms. Lanchomit Lepcha
4) Ms. Nisa Darjee
5) Ms. Liden Lepcha
6) Ms. Sneha Rai
7) Ms. Sonamit Lepcha
8) Ms. Miki Phung S***a

They have been advised to report to Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad on 20th April 2026. Selected players will remain for the final round trials 26th & 27th April 2026. Free boarding & lodging for the invited players will be provided. The candidates will have to make their own travel arrangements. The candidates may contact Mr. Shouvik (M) 7059905442 & Ms. Supriya Kukreti (M) 8602672094.

SFA congratulates all the above eight budding players for their shortlisting and wishes them all the very best for the final selection as AIFF-FIFA Talent Academy is considered to be one of the top most football academy of the country.
For more information pl contact on 8250021866.

SFA
Football House
Gangtok.

April 10, 2026Severe Water Shortage Hits Gangtok; Residents Face HardshipThe residents of Gangtok specially dara Gaon ,T...
10/04/2026

April 10, 2026

Severe Water Shortage Hits Gangtok; Residents Face Hardship

The residents of Gangtok specially dara Gaon ,Tadong and 6th mile and surrounding area are experiencing a dire water shortage, disrupting daily life and affecting students and small business owners disproportionately. The water distribution system has failed, and people are struggling to access basic drinking water.

Given the timing, coinciding with crucial academic schedules, students are under significant stress due to the lack of clean water. The lack of communication from concerned departments has only worsened the situation.

We request the authorities to provide immediate relief through water tankers and expedite pipeline repairs. To prevent such crises, a thorough examination of new water sources and regular public updates are essential.

The Hon'ble Chief Minister's personal intervention is requested to mobilize the administration and form a Task Force to resolve the crisis. It is crucial to hold accountable those responsible for the situation's deterioration and the damage to the government's image.

The authorities are urged to take immediate action to resolve the water crisis and ensure access to clean drinking water for Gangtok's residents.

Niren Bhandari
State Secretary, BJP Sikkim

SPL | Match Alert | Gangtok After impressive winning starts, Thunderbolt North United and Gangtok Himalayan SC will face...
10/04/2026

SPL | Match Alert | Gangtok

After impressive winning starts, Thunderbolt North United and Gangtok Himalayan SC will face off on Saturday (April 11) at Paljor Stadium, both aiming to maintain their momentum. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:30 PM.

To,​The Editor In Chief,All Press & Media , Gangtok, Sikkim​SUB:- BADMINTON ASSOCIATION OF SIKKIM (BAS)PRESS RELEASEGang...
10/04/2026

To,

​The Editor In Chief,

All Press & Media , Gangtok, Sikkim

​SUB:- BADMINTON ASSOCIATION OF SIKKIM (BAS)
PRESS RELEASE

Gangtok, Sikkim | Date: 10.04.2026

The Badminton Association of Sikkim (BAS) is proud to announce a significant achievement for the state’s badminton fraternity.

Mr. Adriel Gyamtso Lingdong, State Umpire from Sikkim, has successfully cleared the prestigious BAI National Match Control Assessment Examination 2025, conducted by the Badminton Association of India (BAI) during the Senior National Badminton Championships held in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.

The examination process involved a highly stringent and competitive evaluation, where only candidates securing top marks were inducted into the national panel. Mr. Lingdong has emerged with flying colours, earning his place among the successful 7 candidates selected for the BAI National Match Control Panel.

This accomplishment marks a proud moment for Sikkim and reflects the growing standard of technical officials from the state at the national level. His success is a testament to his dedication, professionalism, and deep commitment to the sport of badminton.

The Badminton Association of Sikkim extends its heartiest congratulations to Mr. Adriel Gyamtso Lingdong on this outstanding achievement and wishes him continued success in all his future endeavours.

​With Kind Regards,

Sukanta Das
General Secretary,
Badminton Association of Sikkim
Mobile:-9474350118/9732004107
Email.- [email protected]

Namchi Police Seizes Large Quantity of Contraband Substance “Winspasmo Forte Capsules”Acting upon credible source inform...
10/04/2026

Namchi Police Seizes Large Quantity of Contraband Substance “Winspasmo Forte Capsules”
Acting upon credible source information, SHO/Namchi PS, PI Ashish Bhujel, along with ASI Dawa Lhendup Sherpa, IC/Namthang OP, and the team of Namthang OP, apprehended one Bikram Dahal, a resident of Namthang, Namchi.
During a lawful search conducted in the presence of SDM/Namthang, Shri Pravin Gautam, and independent witnesses, a large quantity of contraband substance, namely “Winspasmo Forte capsules,” was recovered and seized.
A case under the relevant sections of the SADA has been registered at Namchi Police Station, and further investigation is underway.

09/04/2026

Press Release

Operation Him Setu: Evacuation of Stranded Tourists Completed in Lachen, North Sikkim

Evacuation of all stranded tourists in Lachen, North Sikkim has been successfully completed in an incident-free, coordinated and seamless manner within 48 hours, despite adverse weather conditions.

A total of 1321 tourists and 84 local residents were safely evacuated during the operation.

Connectivity in the affected area had been restored through the construction of a foot bridge, enabling safe and continuous evacuation across disrupted stretches following landslide damage on the Lachen–Chungthang road.

Reception centres were established at key locations to provide food, shelter and medical care, while medical teams remained deployed to assist those in need. Army vehicles also assisted in towing civilian vehicles across difficult terrain.

The operation was executed in close coordination with the civil administration and the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), which simultaneously undertook road clearance, snow removal and restoration of connectivity under challenging terrain and weather conditions.

The evacuation effort was led by the Trishakti Corps under Eastern Command, Indian Army, with troops maintaining continuous ground presence to ensure safe and orderly movement throughout the operation.

An Army official stated, “Troops ensured restoration of connectivity, including construction of temporary bridges and safe crossing points, enabling uninterrupted evacuation despite adverse conditions.”

The situation remains under continuous monitoring.

Temi Namphing: Today Shri Bishnu Sharma, Additional Political Secretary to the Hon’ble Chief Minister Namchi District al...
09/04/2026

Temi Namphing: Today Shri Bishnu Sharma, Additional Political Secretary to the Hon’ble Chief Minister Namchi District along with Shri Roshan Rai BDO Temi visited Shree Krishna Pranami Bermiok Mangaldham, Namphing. During the visit, they had the privilege of meeting Param Pujya 108 Mahant Shri Sudhakar Ji Maharaj and members of the Management Committee.

The interaction focused on reviewing the preparedness for the forthcoming International Spiritual Event, including the inauguration of the Atithi Sadan and the 313 Parayan at Temi–Namphing. The discussions reflected a shared commitment to ensuring the successful and seamless organization of these significant spiritual programmes.

It was also informed that the inauguration will be held on 19th April, where the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Sikkim Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest. The event will also be blessed by revered spiritual leaders and Maharajs from India and Nepal.

The spiritual programme will commence on 19th April and conclude on 25th April, marking a historic occasion as it is the first event of its kind in the entire Northeast region of India.

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