SIKKIM: Former Legislator’s Forum Sikkim felicitated Mr. Pawan Chamling” Kiran”


IPR NEWS SERVICE, GOVT. OF SIKKIM

30 July, Gangtok: The Former Legislator’s Forum Sikkim on 29th July, evening, felicitated the Chief Minister Mr. Pawan Chamling at an Avinandan function held at Samman Bhawan, Gangtok. Mr. Pawan Chamling” Kiran” was felicitated on being conferred the Bhanu Puraskar-2010 which was presented to him by the Governor Shri. Balmiki Prasad Singh on the occasion of the 196th Bhanu Jayanti Celebration held at Gangtok on 13th July 2010.Mr. Pawan Chamling ” Kiran” the visionary, dynamic democrat who is also a versatile writer , poet, and an environmentalist was awarded the prestigious Bhanu Puraskar for his commendable contributions in the field of Nepali Literature.

Expressing his happiness, the Chief Minister thanked the members of the Former Legislator’s Forum and said that Sikkim and the Sikkimise people have always been an inspiration in his writings. His writings reflects t he trials and tribulations as he journeys through life in quest for seeking justice, equality for all and other aspirations of the Sikkimise people. Mr. Chamling further commented that literatures should be written to benefit the society. It should be a conscious effort on the part of the writer to highlight , disseminate, conserve and document the various facets of events and happenings that characterize our society as it progresses.

He further added that his government has made a significant contribution in documenting and compiling books on varied subjects concerning Sikkim. Other literary works by eminent writers like Indra Bhadur Rai, Parijat etc have also been published, besides many other books on Sikkim’s development, culture, economy and politics etc.
Mr. Chamling added that politics and writing skill both requires intelligence. Political battles are no longer fought with might. Politics are now decided by debates, public opinions, policies and programmes. Factors like Transparency, freedom of speech, peace and security are the characteristic of a civil society these days. His government has guaranteed all these to the people as a result of which there is development peace and prosperity in the State. The image of Sikkim is held high in the country today. He further appealed to the leaders to work hard and dedicate to the welfare of the people and usher in more prosperity and happiness.

Referring to various opportunities and projects being implemented in the state, the Chief Minister said that leaders should guide the people in the right direction and make them capable of utilizing these opportunities and taking up new challenges in various sectors . The State Government is also engaged in building a solid and secure foundation for the Sikkimise people whereby measures like issuing of Pink Card is also in process. He said that Pink Card is being implemented to secure bonafied Sikkim Subject holders in the state and prevent its misuse. He also informed the gathering about other developmental activities being carried out in the state.

Earlier, Mr S.M.Limboo former Chief Minister and Mr. Hissay Lachungpa Former Minister offered citation letter and a shawl to the Chief Minister and Former Ministers including Mr. D.D.Bhutia, Mr. S.B.Subedi, and others offered flower bouquet and khadas. The Welcome address was presented by Smt. R. Ongmu President F.L.F.S , Citation was read by Smt. Manita Mangar Publicity Secretary F.L.F.S.

The vote of thanks was proposed by Mr. D.B.THATAL General Secretary FLFS.