At thirty-five, Sikkim cannot pass as a child anymore: Governor



GANGTOK, May 15: Governor BP Singh has called upon the Sikkimese people to renew the pledge towards the rich ideals of democracy and vow never to allow for its subversion by any individual or party.

“May 16 is the day when we should renew our pledge towards the rich ideals of democracy and vow never to allow for its subversion by any individual and party. It is also a fitting day to pay tribute to all those who were directly and indirectly involved in this era of transition that ushered in democracy and constitutional Government”, said the Governor in his State Day message.

Extending his good wishes to Sikkimese people on the occasion of 35th State Day celebrations, the Governor reminded all that it was on May 16, thirty five years ago when the people had made a choice which now has a direct bearing on them and the future generations of Sikkim.

“The rich dividends of that wise choice came in the form of free and fair elections, freedom of speech and, last but not the least, the freedom of opportunity”, said Singh.

“The fact that this march towards democracy was a peaceful one bears testimony to the fact that the people of Sikkim fully understood the gains of democracy, which, in all its over three decades of establishment, has not failed them”, the Governor said.

The Governor pointed out that ushering in democracy cannot alone guarantee progress and development for the people of the State.

“At thirty-five, Sikkim cannot pass as a child anymore. A mature approach towards education, environment and employment is expected to secure a better future for the present and coming generations of Sikkimese”, said the Governor.

SOURCE; SIKKIM EXPRESS