Gangtok, Dec 17: Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay inaugurated the Sang-Rabdang Sub-Divisional Office in the Singtam-Khamdong Constituency on December 16, a move aimed at enhancing governance and providing better access to government services for local residents. The establishment of this office is expected to streamline administrative processes and improve public service delivery in the region.

The event was attended by several prominent leaders, including Minister for Roads and Bridges NB Dahal, Minister for Ecclesiastical Affairs and Public Health Sonam Lama, Area MLAs Samdup Bhutia and Sonam Tshering Venchungpa, as well as District Collector Gangtok Tushar Nikhare, who conducted a tour of the new office.

In his address, Chief Minister Tamang-Golay emphasized the significance of the office in improving administrative efficiency and supporting the region’s development. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social welfare in the area, stating, “This office will play a key role in enhancing governance and providing better access to essential services for the people.”

District Collector Nikhare provided an overview of the Sang-Rabdang Sub-Division, which comprises three Revenue Circles, 22 Revenue Blocks, nine Gram Panchayat Units, and 47 wards. He also noted that the office would set a benchmark for E-Governance and Good Governance practices in the state.

The inauguration event also featured the distribution of grants-in-aid from the Chief Minister’s Discretionary Fund to financially vulnerable individuals. Cultural performances such as Maruni Dance and Tamang Selo added a celebratory touch, showcasing the region’s rich cultural heritage.

The new Sang-Rabdang Sub-Divisional Office is poised to play a crucial role in the development of the Singtam-Khamdong Constituency, offering improved administrative services and contributing to the overall well-being of the local community.