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18/04/2025

PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release

Milan Bahadur Chettri Becomes First Indian Nepali-speaking Journalist to Cover BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand | April 14, 2025 — Milan Bahadur Chettri, a trailblazing Indian journalist, has made history as the first Indian Nepali-speaking media professional officially accredited to cover the prestigious BIMSTEC Summit. He successfully completed his coverage of the high-level diplomatic event held in Bangkok, Thailand, from April 2 to April 4, 2025.

Chettri’s presence at the summit marks a significant milestone for both Indian and Nepali-speaking journalism. This assignment followed an earlier reporting trip to Malaysia.

The BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Summit garnered global attention this year, particularly due to the recent catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar. India’s robust humanitarian response under the "Burma Mission" received widespread recognition during the summit. Chettri’s coverage focused on showcasing these efforts and analyzing India’s growing leadership in regional disaster relief and cooperation.

On April 3, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the summit, reinforcing India’s strategic vision and commitment to regional solidarity and resilience.

During his stay in Bangkok, Chettri also secured exclusive interviews with prominent figures, including the Presidents of the Chambers of Commerce of Thailand and Nepal.

Chettri is no stranger to international diplomacy and high-level journalism. He has previously covered the 2024 BRICS Summit in Russia, the G20 Summits held in India (2023) and Brazil (2024), the 2024 COP30 Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, and last year’s Bangladesh Elections as a Foreign Observer.

His growing portfolio includes accreditations for several upcoming major global events, including the BRICS Summit and COP30 in Brazil, the G20 Summit in South Africa, and the G7 Summit in Canada.

In conclusion, Milan Bahadur Chettri stands out as the only Indian journalist to have covered nine major international summits held both in India and abroad.

04/03/2025

Indian Nepali-speaking Journalist Milan Bahadur Chettri Showcases Nepali Culture at Brazil’s Grand Festival

Indian Nepali-speaking journalist Milan Bahadur Chettri has been actively engaged in international journalism for the past few years. This year, he played a key role in bringing Nepali music and culture to a global audience at one of the world’s largest and most prestigious street festivals, held in Rio since February 25 and concluded in São Paulo, Brazil, on March 1.

For the first time in the festival’s history, a Hindi song was also given a platform. Jyoti Kiran Shukla, Director of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center, Brazil, represented Indian culture at the event. Each participating country had songs from various states played for five to ten seconds each. However, thanks to Milan Bahadur Chettri’s efforts, a special dance performance was presented to the song "Yo Darjeeling."

This song, sung by Rajni Rai, written and composed by Kumud Ranjan Giri, and arranged by Nishant Thapa (*Editor of DSTV*), was directed by Sahadev Chamling. The Indian Ambassador to Brazil also played a crucial role in facilitating the song’s inclusion in the festival.

Looking ahead, an international G20 festival is set to take place in South Africa, and a COP 30 Summit in November 2025 at Belem, Brazil, where Milan Bahadur Chettri plans to showcase Nepali music and culture once again. Furthermore, during the upcoming BRICS summit in Brazil scheduled to be held during the month of July, he is working on several initiatives aimed at highlighting the cultural heritage of Nepali-speaking communities from Sikkim and Darjeeling on the global stage.

19/02/2025

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18/11/2024

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18/11/2024

To,
The Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
NABANNA (14th Floor), 30-B, Harish Chatterjee Street, Kolkata-700026, West Bengal¹

Date: 17, Nov, 2024

Subject: Demand for Constitutional Open Election for Appointment of Vice Chairman and Members of West Bengal Tamang Culture Development Board

Dear Honorable Chief Minister,

I'm writing to bring to your attention the urgent need for constitutional open elections in appointing the Vice Chairman and members of the West Bengal Tamang Culture Development Board. Over the past decade, the Board has faced numerous challenges due to political interference, nepotism, and corruption.

The Board was established in 2014 to promote and preserve Tamang culture, language, and traditions. However, its effectiveness has been hindered by controversies surrounding the appointment process. Specifically, the interference of central leaders from Tamang Yuva Sangh and the lack of branch-to-branch voting have compromised the Board's integrity.

To address these concerns, I respectfully demand that the appointment process be reformed to ensure constitutional and open elections. This would involve representatives from each branch and organization of the All India Tamang Buddhist Sangh and Tamang Youth Association participating in the selection process.

Such reforms would foster transparency, fairness, and accountability within the Board, ultimately benefiting the Tamang community. I urge you to take necessary steps to address these issues and work towards the betterment of the Tamang community.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Sincerely,

Shamson Tamang
Social Activist Darjeeling

05/10/2024

Posturing in Kalimpong Town in Demand of Justice For Teesta River Flood Victim People

27/09/2024

Boulders are continuously falling near Birik Dara, road has been closed as safety measure. Pl use alternative routes.

26/09/2024

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26/09/2024

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14/09/2024

कालिम्पोंग गोरखा हिल कराते संघले २०, २१, र २२ सेप्टेम्बरमा तीन दिनको इन्डो-नेपाल कराते च्याम्पियनसिपको आयोजना गर्न लागेको छ। यस रोचक कार्यक्रममा भारतका विभिन्न राज्यहरू जस्तै असम, जलपाइगुरी, उत्तर प्रदेश, र दिल्लीका खेलाडीहरू साथै नेपालका दुई टोली र कालिम्पोंग जिल्लाका खेलाडीहरूको सहभागिता रहनेछ। लगभग ५०० खेलाडीहरूले यो प्रतियोगितामा भाग लिनेछन्। निर्णायकहरू राष्ट्रिय स्तरका हुनेछन्, दिल्ली र कोलकाताबाट आउनेछन्। आयोजक समितिका सदस्यहरू मिस एनिता परियार, सुजाता प्रधान, र जोस्ना छेत्रीले गरेका छन्।
Kalimpong Gorkha Hill Karate Association is set to host a three-day Indo-Nepal Karate Championship from September 20th to 22nd. This exciting event will see around 500 players from various states in India, including Assam, Jalpaiguri, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi, as well as two teams from Nepal, competing. The tournament will also feature referees from national levels, hailing from Nepal Delhi and Kolkata. Accommodation for all players has been arranged by the organizing committee, all the information given by the Miss Anita Pariyar, Sujata Pradhan, and Joshna Chetri.

09/09/2024

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