Gangtok August 31^st:

source:IPR

Conveying his greetings to the people of Sikkim on the occasion of Pang Lhabsol, the Speaker SLA, Mr. K.T. Gyaltsen expressed  that Pang Lhabsol is unique in Sikkim , where the festival is celebrated as unity and brotherhood. The Speaker, who attended the function as the Chief Guest at M.G. Marg today, traced the history of earlier celebration which was popularized by the third Chogyal of Sikkim, Chakdor Namgyal. In this festival, the snowy range of Mt. Khangchendzonga is worshipped for peace, unity, prosperity and brotherhood in the state, he added.

The Chief Guest also expressed his gratitude to the organizing Committee for undaunted spirit in keeping this important aspect of the Sikkimese culture alive.
 While presenting his welcome address Mr. N.K. Pradhan Minister for HRDD who was also the Chairman of organizing committee stated that Pang Lhabsol is one of its kind which represents peace, unity and brotherhood in the State.

Mr Thukchuk Lachungpa, President of Pang Lhabsol Celebration Committee, informed the gathering that this year’s celebration was dedicated to the Sikkimese talents wherein a healthy completion amongst the participants was kept. He also called upon everyone to promote the peace, unity and brotherhood in the state.

Earlier, the Chief Guest also attended and offered prayers at the Statue of Unity where the prayers were performed by the religious leaders for the well being of the Sikkimese society.

The daylong celebration was focused on cultural extravaganza from the local artists whereby the trophies, certificates and cash were being presented to them by the Chief Guest.