Sikkim University reviews preparedness for shift to Yangang campus

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Sikkim University reviews preparedness for shift to Yangang campus

GANGTOK,: Sikkim University vice-chancellor Prof. Santanu K. Swain chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the readiness of physical and digital infrastructure ahead of the university’s transition from Gangtok to its permanent campus at Yangang.

The meeting reviewed the progress of infrastructure development and building handover, IT and network connectivity, Wi-Fi systems, CCTV surveillance and the operational status of BSNL mobile towers, the university said.

The registrar, director, university engineer and officials of system management attended the meeting, along with representatives of Cemindia, the authority engineer, BSNL, EMERGY Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, and the Department of Telecommunications, New Delhi.

The discussions focused on the deployment and functionality of core IT and network infrastructure, connectivity and technical support systems, maintenance requirements, and operational challenges that could affect the campus transition.

Following the meeting, Swain inspected the hostels, residential quarters and other campus infrastructure. He directed the agencies, contractors and engineers concerned to expedite pending works and ensure their completion and handover within the stipulated timeframe.

 

Sikkim at a Glance

  • Area: 7096 Sq Kms
  • Capital: Gangtok
  • Altitude: 5,840 ft
  • Population: 6.10 Lakhs
  • Topography: Hilly terrain elevation from 600 to over 28,509 ft above sea level
  • Climate:
  • Summer: Min- 13°C - Max 21°C
  • Winter: Min- 0.48°C - Max 13°C
  • Rainfall: 325 cms per annum
  • Language Spoken: Nepali, Bhutia, Lepcha, Tibetan, English, Hindi