Sikkim Creativity

15/04/2026

Fire Safety Awareness at Lachung Secondary School

​As part of the National Fire Service Week 2026, a comprehensive fire safety awareness and live demonstration was conducted today, April 15, at Lachung Secondary School. Led by Sub Fire Officer Rinzing Lama and the team from the Chungthang Fire Station, the program successfully brought together faculty, students, and local residents of Lachung.
​Key Program Highlights
​The initiative focused on practical, life-saving skills designed to transform bystanders into proactive first responders.
​Live Gas Cylinder Demonstration: Participants witnessed first-hand how to safely manage and extinguish a gas cylinder fire. This segment aimed to demystify one of the most common household fire hazards.
​Preventative Education: Detailed sessions were held on identifying potential fire risks in both school and home environments.
​Emergency Response Training: The team outlined clear protocols for evacuation and the proper use of fire-fighting equipment.
​Core Objectives
​The program was built around three primary pillars:
​Education: Increasing the community's foundational knowledge of fire chemistry and prevention.
​Preparedness: Ensuring school staff and students are equipped with actionable safety measures.
​Action: Training individuals on how to respond effectively and calmly during the critical first minutes of an emergency.
​"The goal is to create a culture of safety where every citizen knows how to handle a fire incident, potentially saving lives and property before professional help arrives." — Chungthang Fire Station

12/04/2026

A Big Thank You from the Drivers! 🙏🚗

Today, 120 aprox vehicles and their drivers who were stranded in Lachen were successfully rescued via the Dongkela Pass route.

On behalf of all the drivers, They want to express our deepest gratitude to the Lachen Hotel Association, the local public, the Dzumsa, Police personnel and the Pipon for their incredible support and kindness during this time. We are truly thankful for your help and hospitality!

12/04/2026

12/04/2026

12/04/2026 Latest update.... Massive Rescue Success at Dongkela Pass! 🏔️💪
​Working together for the safety of our visitors! Today, a coordinated rescue operation successfully cleared 112 tourist vehicles stranded at lachen due to a recent landslide,112 tourist vehicle rescue today through the high-altitude Dongkela Pass.
Under the direct guidance of Hon’ble Area MLA Shri Samdup Lepcha, the team worked tirelessly to ensure every traveler was safely assisted.

A Huge Salute to the Teams on the Ground:

​SDPO Chungthang & Team for their swift field action.
​GREF for maintaining the lifeline of our roads.
​Lachen Dzumsa Pipon & Hotel Association Lachen for their unwavering local support.
​Rinam Lachenpa (Organizing Secretary, CLC) for key coordination.

​North Sikkim stands strong and ready to help. Safe travels to everyone!
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10/04/2026

On April 9, 2026, PI DP Limboo (SHO, Chungthang PS) met with tourists at Taramchu who had been evacuated from Lachen. The group had been stranded since April 5 due to significant road formation damage near the Taramchu bridge. During the interaction, the tourists expressed their sincere gratitude and satisfaction with the rescue operations and assistance provided by the Sikkim Police.

09/04/2026

🚨 URGENT UPDATE: Lachen Evacuation Plan
Following a coordination meeting led by the Hon'ble Minister cm Area MLA, the plan for evacuating remaining tourists from Lachen is confirmed. Movement will take place via the Lachen–Taram Chu–Chungthang route, utilizing the new temporary footbridge at Taram Chu. Operations begin early this morning. Stay tuned for further updates.

08/04/2026

Hon’ble Minister Social Welfare Department cm Area MLA 31-Lachen Mangan Constituency Shri Samdup Lepcha has always stood by his people during difficult times. Once again, he showed his care and concern by visiting Taram Chu and meeting the people of Lachen.His presence gave hope and strength to everyone facing this tough situation.

Hon'ble Minister Holds Coordination Meeting to Discuss Further Evacuation Plan, Remaining Tourists in Lachen to be Evacuated through Taram Chu Route.

The meeting was attended by District Collector Mangan Shri Anant Jain, SP Mangan Shri LB Chettri, Chairman, Tourism & Civil Aviation Department, Shri Sonam Norgay Lachungpa, Lachen Pipon Shri Cho Bandhu Lachenpa, SDM Chungthang Shri Arun Chettri, SDPO Chungthang Shri Chandan Chhetri, and other officials.

It was decided that the remaining tourists would be evacuated from Lachen through the Lachen Taram Chu-Chungthang route by using the newly launched temporary foot bridge at Taram Chu.

The evacuation will commence early morning on 9th April (tomorrow) under the supervision of District Collector Mangan, with active coordination from Lachen Dzumsa, all concerned stakeholders, Army, and BRO.

It was decided that the route via Dongkya La which was used today for evacuation will not be used for further evacuation as necessary transhipment measures have been made at Taram Chu. Further, adequate arrangements have been made to transport the tourists from Taram Chu to Gangtok.

08/04/2026

The first vehicle from Lachen via Donkela Pass has successfully reached the Toong Checkpost and is now en route to Gangtok! 🚗💨

​Curious about the breathtaking views of North Sikkim and the experience of tourists on these adventurous roads? Watch the full video to find out! 🎥✨​