Preparatory meeting for foundation stone laying ceremony of Ugyan Whoshel Pema Choling Monastery

GYALSHING, (IPR): A coordination-cum-preparatory meeting in connection with the upcoming foundation stone laying ceremony of Ugyan Whoshel Pema Choling Gumpa at Upper Martam was held on Monday at Sadhbhav Mandap (Community Hall).

The meeting was chaired by the Area MLA cum Advisor, LN Sharma and was accompanied by chairman, Sikkim Milk Union, YK Mishra, District Collector-cum-District Magistrate, Gyalshing, Tenzing D Denzongpa and OSD Education Department Palzor Bhutia. Officials from various line departments, Zilla and Gram Panchayat members, members of the Monastery Committee and other concerned representatives were present.

Addressing the gathering, LN Sharma informed that Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) will grace the foundation stone laying ceremony of the monastery on 11th March. He further stated that Kyabje Dungzin Garab Rinpoche will bless the ceremony with his esteemed presence. Emphasizing coordinated efforts, he stated that with the collective approach of all departments and stakeholders, the programme can be organised successfully in the best possible manner.

During the meeting, the MLA announced the formation of the celebration committee and declared the names of its members. He entrusted the responsibility of conducting the puja rituals and coordinating matters related to Rinpoche to the Working Monastery Committee. All concerned departments were apprised of their respective roles and responsibilities to ensure smooth execution of the programme. He added that unity and teamwork would create a conducive working environment, accelerate implementation and ensure timely completion of all assigned tasks with optimal results.

In his brief address, the District Collector directed all departments to undertake their designated responsibilities with utmost seriousness and adhere strictly to timelines. He urged officials to extend full cooperation and assured every possible support from the District Administration Gyalshing for the successful conduct of the ceremony.

Earlier, Dorjee P Bhutia, assistant engineer, Culture department, presented an overview of the project. He informed that the project has been sanctioned in the current financial year, the tendering process has been completed and work has already commenced.

Following the meeting, a site visit was conducted, during which necessary arrangements and preparatory measures were discussed to ensure systematic planning and smooth execution of the forthcoming foundation stone laying ceremony.

The meeting concluded with a collective resolve to work in close coordination to make the event a grand and successful occasion.