Institutions’ heads call on Governor

GANGTOK,: Heads of top educational institutions in Sikkim called on Governor Om Prakash Mathur at Raj Bhavan here on Tuesday.

Prof. Jyoti Prakash Tamang, Officiating Vice-Chancellor of Sikkim Central University paid a courtesy visit to the Governor.

During the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor provided a detailed update on the institution's progress, its academic activities, and its road map for the future, a Raj Bhavan release informs.

The Governor also sought updates on ongoing construction of the permanent campus of Sikkim Central University in Yangyang, Namchi district and extended his best wishes for Sikkim Central University’s future endeavours.

Also making the courtesy visit was Dr. Passang D. Phempu, director of the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (NIT), and other officials.

The Governor also serves as the president of the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology.

During the meeting, the NIT director gave a PowerPoint presentation outlining the institution’s historical background, working aims, and objectives, with a primary focus on the dissemination of Lord Buddha's teachings.

The Governor expressed his appreciation for the presentation and extended his best wishes and support from Raj Bhavan for the continued progress and accomplishments of the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, the release mentions.

Similarly, Dr. Dillip Chandra Agrawal, Vice Chancellor of Sikkim Manipal University, and Dr. Sandeep Kashyap, Liaison Officer called on the Governor, who also serves as the Chancellor of Sikkim Manipal University.

During the call on, the Vice Chancellor provided an overview of the diverse academic courses offered at both the campuses of Sikkim Manipal University, at 5th Mile Tadong and Majitar and also extended an invitation for the upcoming 24th convocation ceremony of SMU.

The Governor conveyed his best wishes to Sikkim Manipal University and expressed his support for its continued success.