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31/07/2025

222 Anganwadi Centres in Sikkim Operating from Rented Premises; 50 Approved for Construction

The Government of India has confirmed that a total of 222 Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) in Sikkim are currently operating from rented premises, with Gangtok district accounting for the highest number at 88 centres, followed by Namchi (53) and Pakyong (24). This data was revealed in response to an unstarred question raised by Dorjee Tshering Lepcha in the Rajya Sabha on July 30, 2025.

Responding to the question, the Minister of State in the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur, stated that the central government aims to construct 50,000 AWC buildings across India over five years, with 10,000 buildings per year, under Mission Poshan 2.0 and in convergence with the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS).

As per the government’s revised cost norms, each Anganwadi Centre will be constructed at a cost of Rs. 12 lakh, funded jointly through MGNREGS (Rs. 8 lakh), 15th Finance Commission or other untied funds (Rs. 2 lakh), and Women and Child Development Ministry (Rs. 2 lakh), with the cost shared between the Centre and the States/UTs.

For Sikkim, 50 AWCs have been approved for construction during the financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, and a total of Rs. 90 lakh has been released for the same.

Here is the district-wise data of rented AWCs in Sikkim (as on 30.06.2025):

District Rented AWCs
Gangtok 88
Namchi 53
Pakyong 24
Mangan 21
Soreng 20
Gyalshing 16
Total 222

30/07/2025

Grateful for the Visit and Warm Fellowship

Today, I had the honour of hosting the Hon’ble Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Sikkim, Shri G.T. Dhungel, Chairman Phurba Rinzing Sherpa along with Health Secretary Shri Tsewang Gyatso Bhutia and senior officials from the Health Department of Sikkim at my official residence on Feroz Shah Road, New Delhi.

Their gracious presence at the luncheon I hosted was deeply appreciated. We had meaningful interactions on various issues concerning the healthcare landscape of our state and explored ways to further strengthen collaboration between the Centre and State.

I thank them sincerely for their visit and the continued dedication they show towards advancing health services for the people of Sikkim.

29/07/2025

28/07/2025

On this sacred day of Drukpa Tshe-Zi (Chokhor Duchen)
we commemorate the momentous occasion when Lord Buddha first shared the profound teachings of Dharma with the world.

May this day remind us of the enduring power of truth, compassion, and inner awakening.
Let us all strive to walk the path of peace and wisdom for the benefit of all sentient beings.

Wishing everyone a spiritually uplifting Chokhor Duchen.

May kindness and clarity guide our thoughts and actions.

26/07/2025

26/07/2025

25/07/2025

Wishing the Hon’ble Advisor cm MLA Smt. Pamin Lepcha a very happy and fulfilling birthday. May this special day bring you joy, good health, and renewed strength for the year ahead.
Thank you for your service and for being a beacon of integrity and progress.

24/07/2025