Shantinagar, June 1, 2023 - The
members of Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti (SGSS) warmly welcomed the newly
transferred Khamdong Block Development Officer, Shri Sawan R Dhakal, in a short
meeting held at the residence of Shri LN Pradhan in Shantinagar. The meeting,
organized by Shri Krishna Chettri, President of SGSS, was attended by Smt.
Deepa Chettri, Ward Panchayat, senior advisors,and other members of the
organization. Members of SGSS offered khadas to the new BDO.
During the meeting, the Block
Development Officer congratulated and presented khadas to two SGSS members.
Smt. Tara Pradhan, a retired teacher, was felicitated by the Sikkim Teacher's
Association, while Shri Shital Pradhan was promoted to the position of Head
Master PS.In addition, the SGSS Student
Meritorious Grant 2023 was awarded to Sushri Upashna Chettri, a member of the
organization. The grant, valued at six thousand rupees, was generously
sponsored by Shri LN Pradhan, who has been contributing to the Meritorious
Grant for the past three years. It is worth mentioning that the grant amount
was increased by one thousand rupees this year.During the meeting, Krishna Chettri,
President of SGSS, submitted a letter to the Block Development Officer,
highlighting various important issues for the development the society. These
matters included the request for shopkeepers' license convenience, a proposal
for the construction site of GPU Bhawan of 09-Chisopani GPU at Toppakahani
Power House, and a suitable site under the Health Department near the National
Highway. Additionally, the survey report for the extension of the Rani Khola
Walkway to the new Singtam Hospital was also presented.Shri Dhakal expressed his
appreciation for the efforts of Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti and assured the
community of his support in their endeavours for a better society. He suggested
various future projects that could be undertaken to further enhance the
development of the area.
