Gangtok, Mar 10: Prem Singh Tamang chaired the Mukhyamantri Jan Sambadh Programme under the “Connect to CM” platform at Samman Bhawan on Tuesday, where assistance under multiple welfare schemes was extended to beneficiaries from DESME BPL and economically weaker sections.
The programme connected 34 Block Administrative Centres (BACs) across the state through video conferencing, enabling interaction with Block Development Officers and beneficiaries from different districts.
During the programme, beneficiaries received support under several government schemes, including the Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Scheme (CMMAS), Chief Minister’s Discretionary Grant (CMDG), Chief Minister’s Self-Employment Assistance Scheme (CMSEAS), Sikkim Garib Awas Yojana, allotment of land to landless families, and the Chief Minister Education Assistance Scheme (CMEAS) for students from economically weaker backgrounds. Opportunities related to government employment were also announced for eligible beneficiaries.
The Chief Minister stated that beneficiaries were selected following a verification process to ensure that assistance reaches eligible individuals. He informed beneficiaries that official orders and related benefits would be delivered at their respective BACs within a week so that they do not need to travel to government offices.
During the interaction, the Chief Minister said the government would continue to extend support to BPL families and economically disadvantaged sections. He also stated that the Mukhyamantri Jan Sambadh programme aims to improve access to government services at the grassroots level.
According to the Chief Minister, the programme will be organised once every two months. Distribution of benefits will also be facilitated at the respective BACs.
The “Connect to CM” platform, launched on October 14, 2025, functions as a channel for citizens to raise grievances, seek assistance and communicate with the government. Officials stated that the platform has been used to address several complaints related to administrative issues through direct intervention and follow-up.
