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PAKYONG, (IPR): In a significant step towards grassroots engagement and
developmental assessment, the Governor of Sikkim, Om Prakash Mathur, embarked
on a one-day tour of Pakyong District today. The visit was aimed at reviewing
local developmental initiatives, interacting with community members, and
evaluating government projects in progress.
Accompanying
the Governor were the Minister for Education, Sports & Youth Affairs, Law
and Parliamentary Affairs, Raju Basnett; District Collector of Pakyong, Rohan
Agwane; Superintendent of Police, Dhan Maya Subba; ADC (Headquarter) GL Meena;
and ADC Pakyong, Sangay Gyatso Bhutia.
The
Governor began his tour at Chota Singtam in the Aho-Yangtam area, where he
visited the farmland of progressive farmer Dhanpati Sapkota.
During
his interaction with Sapkota, the Governor took keen interest in the methods
and innovations being adopted in local agriculture. He acknowledged the
farmer’s efforts and conveyed his best wishes, emphasising the importance of
sustainable and self-reliant farming practices in strengthening rural
economies.
Continuing
his tour, the Governor visited the tailoring unit operated by the Sanskriti
Self-Help Group (SHG) and the pickle-making unit of the Agrani SHG. Both units
showcased a range of locally made organic products and handicrafts.
The
Governor engaged with the SHG members, commending their dedication to
self-sustenance and women empowerment. He also provided constructive
suggestions to further enhance their socio-economic conditions and encouraged
them to play a vital role in community-led development.
The
final leg of the visit saw the Governor inspecting the construction site of the
upcoming District Administrative Centre Complex. He assessed the pace of
construction and reviewed its planned infrastructure and functionality. He
emphasised the importance of timely completion and optimal design to ensure
efficient public service delivery.
The
one-day tour served as a continual focus on rural upliftment, grassroots
innovation, and infrastructure development aimed at empowering the people of
Pakyong district.
