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United News of India
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- Politics
- United News of India
Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrated with devotion & joy in Gangtok
Gangtok, July 6 (UNI) The 90th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, was celebrated with devotion and joy at Chandmari, Gangtok. Organised by the Tibetan Settlement Office and the Tibetan community of Gangtok, the event was attended by Speaker of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly Mingma Norbu Sherpa as Chief Guest. MP Indra Hang Subba, DGP Akshay Sachdeva, and Syari MLA Tenzing Lamtha were also present. The Kashag, the governing council of the Central Tibetan Administration, declared 2025 as the Year of Compassion, calling on people worldwide to honour the Dalai Lama's teachings of kindness, unity, and environmental responsibility. The event also reflected on the resilience of the Tibetan exile community, rooted in the Dalai Lama's teachings of compassion shastra, and urged all to work towards a more peaceful and unified world. Marking the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Sikkim's Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba described the Tibetan spiritual leader's presence in India as a 'great luck' for the country and a beacon of hope in an increasingly troubled world. Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang today extended his greetings to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on the revered spiritual leader's 90th birth anniversary. In a deeply reverent message, the Chief Minister spoke on behalf of the people of Sikkim, honouring the Dalai Lama as a beacon of peace, compassion, and spiritual wisdom. Former Chief Minister of Sikkim and President of the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF), Pawan Chamling, paid rich tribute to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on the occasion of his 90th birthday, calling him 'a guiding light for humanity' and a source of spiritual inspiration whose message transcends borders and generations. UNI XC SS
The Hindu
30-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba submits representation to Parliamentary panel seeking restoration of flight operations at Pakyong airport
Sikkim's lone Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba on Monday (June 30, 2025) met Sanjay Kumar Jha, chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism, and Culture, and submitted a representation seeking urgent intervention for the restoration of flight operations at Pakyong airport and connectivity in the northern parts of the State. A statement from the MP's office said that Mr. Subba briefed Mr. Jha about the ongoing crisis faced by the people and tourism stakeholders in North Sikkim following repeated natural disasters — notably the Glacier Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) of October 4, 2023 and the flash flood of June 1 this year. 'These events severely damaged infrastructure, particularly the Toong-Naga stretch, cutting off vital destinations such as Lachen, Lachung, Yumthang, Yumesamdong, Katao, Kalapathar, and Gurudongmar Lake,' it said. 'In the representation, Mr. Subba called for immediate support in areas such as the restoration of all damaged roads and bridges leading to key tourist hubs in the State, the development of climate-resilient infrastructure including elevated roads and tunnels, and a special relief package for tourism stakeholders including homestays, tour operators, and transporters and banking assistance, including moratoriums, restructuring of loans, waiver of penal interest, and emergency credit lines,' the statement said. 'He also highlighted the strategic importance of these roads for national security owing to their proximity to the India-China border,' it said. The representation also addressed issues at Pakyong airport and requested the immediate resumption of SpiceJet flights connecting Pakyong to Delhi and other key cities, the expansion of runway from 1.75 km to 3 km to enable operation of larger aircraft and the procurement of Bombardier Q-400 aircraft by Air India and other carriers, ideal for regional operations at Pakyong. Sikkim landslide: Body of Army man recovered, search underway for five others The MP noted that Sikkim recently celebrated its golden jubilee of Statehood, and that strengthening connectivity would support the State's progress. The Parliamentary committee is on a five-day visit to the Himalayan State.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Indian Railways gives green signal for survey for new railway line linking Melli to Dentam in Sikkim
The ministry of railways sanctioned conducting the of a proposed new railway line in Sikkim. The planned route will connect Melli to Dentam via Jorethang and Legship, aiming to enhance rail connectivity within the state. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The survey, approved at a cost of almost Rs 2.25 crore has been commissioned by railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in response to a proposal and long-standing demand raised by Sikkim's Lok Sabha MP, Dr Indra Hang Subba, according to ET. This proposal, aimed to bring the southern and western regions of Sikkim onto the national railway grid, is a direct outcome of a long-standing demand from local stakeholders. The proposed route, estimated to extend 75 km, seeks to connect Dentam, a remote town near the Indo-Nepal border at Chiwabhanjyang, with the rest of the country. The line is envisioned as an extension of the ongoing Sivok–Rangpo railway project, which is expected to be operational by 2027. Melli, a crucial gateway to South and West Sikkim, is expected to serve as the junction point for this new line, ensuring a smooth link between Sikkim's hinterlands and the national rail network. The FLS will frame a detailed technical and feasibility plan to guide the final alignment, engineering design and cost outlook for the project. Officials said that the new line is expected to boost tourism, improve trade, and generate employment in Gyalshing and other areas along the route. Once completed, it will offer a major lifeline for the people of west Sikkim by easing the movement of goods and people in the hilly terrain. Tenders for executing the survey are expected to float shortly.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Railways clears survey for new Sikkim line from Melli to Dentam
Guwahati: The Ministry of Railways has accorded sanction for conducting a Final Location Survey (FLS) for a new railway line in the state of Sikkim, from Melli to Dentam via Jorethang and Legship. #Operation Sindoor The damage done at Pak bases as India strikes to avenge Pahalgam Why Pakistan pleaded to end hostilities Kashmir's Pahalgam sparks Karachi's nightmare The sanctioned survey, to be executed by Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), has been approved at a cost of Rs. 2.25 Crore approximately. This move marks a major step forward in expanding rail connectivity to the southern and western regions of Sikkim. The proposed route aims to bridge a vital infrastructure gap, linking remote towns like Dentam, located near the Indo-Nepal border at Chiwabhanjyang, with the national railway network. Railways stated the survey has been directed by the Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw , as proposed and in fulfilment of the demand presented by the Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Sikkim, Dr. Indra Hang Subba. The new line, estimated with an approximate length of 75 km during the initial feasibility survey, is envisioned as a strategic extension of the under-construction Sivok-Rangpo railway line, which is expected to be operational tentative by 2027. Live Events Melli, a key entry point to southern and western Sikkim, is likely to serve as a junction for the proposed extension, thereby ensuring seamless integration of the region into the national transportation system. The FLS (Final Location Survey) will provide detailed technical and feasibility insights necessary to guide the final alignment, engineering design and cost estimation for the project. Railways stated that this new connectivity project is expected to act as a catalyst for economic growth in the region, especially in Gyalshing and surrounding areas, by enhancing access, promoting tourism, boosting trade, and creating employment opportunities. Once completed, this railway link will significantly improve connectivity, enabling easier movement of goods and people, serving as a transformative lifeline for the people of West Sikkim. Work tenders related to the execution of the survey are expected to be floated shortly.
