SKM 21-Gnathang Machong Constituency

02/06/2026

पुजारी विरुद्ध मन्दिर कमिटी र स्थानीयहरू एकजुट : मन्दिरमा बसेर राजनीति नगर्ने दिए सुझाउ

सिक्किमको पाकिम जिल्ला अन्तर्गत पर्ने परखास्थित तारकेश्वर शिवालय मन्दिरका पुजारी विरुद्ध मन्दिर कमिटी र स्थानीय मानिसहरू एकजुट भएका छन्। कमिटीको मार्गदर्शन अनुसार काम नगरेपछि पुजारी आफैले व्यक्तिगत समस्या देखाएर एक महिनाभित्र पुजारीको जिम्मेवारीबाट मुक्त हुने भन्दै समितिलाई लिखित रुपमा दिएपछि सोसल मिडियामार्फत समिति आघात पुग्ने वयान दिएको भन्दै मन्दिर कमिटी र स्थानीय मानिसहरू तारकेश्वर शिवालय मन्दिरका पुजारी दुर्गा प्रसाद काफ्ले विरुद्ध एकजुट बनेका हुन्।
पारखाको यस मन्दिरका पुजारीले मन्दिरको नियमित कार्यक्रम सञ्चालन नगरेर राजनीतिमा सक्रिय भएको आरोप लगाएका छन्। मन्दिरमा पूजा आराधना कार्यक्रम नियमित नभएपछि समितिले खै गर्दा पुजारी आफैले मन्दिरमा बस्न नभ्याउने भन्दै एक महिनाभित्र मन्दिरबाट निस्कने लिखित रुपमा दिएर हस्ताक्षर गरेपछि अहिले समितिले निकालेको आरोप लगाएपछि मन्दिर समितिले पुजारीको आरोपलाई खण्डन गरेको छ। आज मंगलबार पारखा मन्दिरमा भेला भएका स्थानीय मानिसहरूले पुजारीको आरोपको खण्डन गर्दै मन्दिरमा बसेर राजनीति नगर्न पनि सुझाव दिएका छन्।

02/06/2026

सिक्किमको पाकिम जिल्ला अन्तर्गत परखास्थित तारकेश्वर शिवालय मन्दिरका पुजारीले राजनीति गरेको आरोप लगाउँदै मन्दिर समितिले विरोध जनाएको छ। पुजारीले मन्दिरको काम नगरेको भन्दै उनलाई मन्दिरबाट पनि हटाइएको छ। पुजारीले आफ्नो व्यस्तता देखाउँदै लिखित स्विकारोक्ति दिएको पनि समितिले बताएको छ।

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

Honourable Area MLA of 21-Gnathang Machong Constituency, Smt. Pamin Lepcha, continued her regular public interactions with the people of her constituency, patiently listening to their concerns, grievances, and suggestions while remaining committed to addressing their needs and aspirations.

In line with the vision of the Honourable Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang-Golay, her consistent engagement reflects a deep commitment to public welfare, responsive governance, and the overall development of the constituency.

31/05/2026

Honourable MLA Smt. Pamin Lepcha Participates in Sacred Saga Dawa Observances Across Constituency

On the auspicious occasion of Saga Dawa, Hon’ble MLA of Gnathang-Machong Constituency, Smt. Pamin Lepcha, participated in several religious programmes across the constituency, reaffirming her commitment to preserving and promoting the region’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.

The Honourable MLA attended the Opening and Rabney (Consecration) Ceremony of the newly constructed Tashi Choling Mani Lhakhang at Machong under Riwa–Machong GPU. Accompanied by OSD to MLA Shri M.B. Gurung, Panchayat representatives, committee members, devotees, and local residents, she offered prayers and sought blessings for peace and prosperity. She also interacted with Maney Aams and members of the organizing committee, appreciating their dedication and collective efforts in completing the sacred project.

Later, Smt. Lepcha visited Chupcha Choling Duchi Gurung Gumpa at Parakha under Linkey–Parakha GPU, where a three-day Shanti Puja was being observed for peace, harmony, and the well-being of all sentient beings. Devotees were blessed with the sacred Chedup Wang bestowed by Tulku Therbong Sangay Rinpochela of Deorali Chorten. The programme was organized by the Chupcha Choling Duchi Gurung Gumpa Committee with great devotion and reverence.

Speaking on the occasion, the Honourable MLA expressed her heartfelt appreciation to the organizing committees, monks, devotees, and local residents for their tireless efforts in preserving spiritual traditions and fostering communal harmony. She noted that such sacred gatherings inspire compassion, kindness, and selfless service while strengthening the bonds of faith within society.

Extending her wishes on the holy month of Saga Dawa, Smt. Lepcha prayed for peace, happiness, prosperity, and abundant blessings for all, and urged people to embrace the teachings of Lord Buddha in their daily lives.

29/05/2026

Tea Grower's Meet 2026 under 21-Gnathang Machong Constituency, Pakyong District.

28/05/2026

28th May 2026, Pakyong: A Tea Growers’ Meet was successfully held today at Pakyong under the 21-Gnathang Machong Constituency, organised by the Tea Growers’ Welfare Board (TGWB), Gnathang Machong.

The programme was graciously attended by Honourable Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Shri D.T. Lepcha, along with Honourable Area MLA, Smt. Pamin Lepcha.

The meeting focused on discussing key issues, challenges, and developmental opportunities related to tea cultivation in the region, with special emphasis on the welfare and empowerment of local tea growers. Deliberations were also held on promoting tea tourism and exploring sustainable avenues to boost the local economy through tea-based tourism initiatives.

Earlier, Honourable MP (Rajya Sabha) Shri D.T. Lepcha, accompanied by officials from the Tea Board of India and Tea Growers’ Welfare Board (TGWB), visited Machong and inspected the tea plantation site in the region. During the visit, discussions were held regarding the potential of tea cultivation, existing challenges, and opportunities for market expansion. The officials also shared valuable suggestions on improving tea quality, adopting better cultivation and processing practices, and strengthening market linkages to create better opportunities for local tea growers.

The programme was also attended by District Collector, Pakyong, Ms. Pari Bishnoi; Director, Tea Board of India, Shri S. Soundararajan; Deputy Director, Tea Board of India (Zonal Siliguri), Shri Kamal Ch. Baishya; Assistant Director of Tea Development, Tea Board of India, Kurseong, Shri. Phuri Sherpa; Factory Advisory Officer, Tea Board of India, Siliguri, Shri Subir Paul, OSD to Hon’ble MLA Shri MB Gurung, Mr. DFO(T) Shri Sonam Pintso Bhutia; SDM Pakyong, Shri N.K. Bhandari; Panchayat Presidents, officials from various line departments, and executive members tea Grower's Welfare Board of Gnathang Machong Constituency.

28/05/2026

28th May 2026, Pakyong: A Tea Growers’ Meet was successfully held today at Pakyong under the 21-Gnathang Machong Constituency, organised by the Tea Growers’ Welfare Board (TGWB) of Gnathang Machong Constituency.

The programme was graciously attended by Honourable Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Shri D.T. Lepcha, along with Honourable Area MLA, Smt. Pamin Lepcha.

The meeting focused on discussing key issues, challenges, and developmental opportunities related to tea cultivation in the region, with special emphasis on the welfare and empowerment of local tea growers. Deliberations were also held on promoting tea tourism and exploring sustainable avenues to boost the local economy through tea-based tourism initiatives.

Earlier, Honourable MP (Rajya Sabha) Shri D.T. Lepcha, accompanied by officials from the Tea Board of India and Tea Growers’ Welfare Board (TGWB), visited Machong and inspected the tea plantation site in the region. During the visit, discussions were held regarding the potential of tea cultivation, existing challenges, and opportunities for market expansion. The officials also shared valuable suggestions on improving tea quality, adopting better cultivation and processing practices, and strengthening market linkages to create better opportunities for local tea growers.

Addressing the gathering, Honourable MP (Rajya Sabha) Shri D.T. Lepcha expressed gratitude to the Tea Board of India officials for extending support and guidance to local tea growers. He highlighted tea plantation as a dream initiative aimed at generating sustainable livelihood opportunities and promoting tea tourism and township development in the region. He also urged growers to obtain QR-based identity cards to avail government benefits and assistance.

Honourable MLA Smt. Pamin Lepcha stated that tea cultivation has immense potential to emerge as a sustainable tea-growing belt with proper technical and institutional support. She emphasised that the initiative would strengthen rural empowerment, livelihood generation, and economic development. She further requested the Tea Board of India to conduct regular awareness and training programmes for growers and informed that around three acres of land have already been identified for the establishment of a local tea factory.

Additionally, Director of Tea Development, Tea Board of India, Kolkata Head Office, Shri S. Soundararajan appreciated the initiatives being undertaken for the development of the region and stated that such efforts would contribute significantly towards socio-economic growth and rural empowerment.
He emphasised the importance of producing quality tea over quantity and assured continued support through seasonal workshops and training programmes aimed at enhancing scientific tea cultivation practices and management techniques among tea growers.

The programme was also attended by District Collector, Pakyong, Ms. Pari Bishnoi; Director, Tea Board of India Shri S. Soundararajan; Deputy Director, Tea Board of India (Zonal Siliguri), Shri Kamal Ch. Baishya; Assistant Director of Tea Development, Tea Board of India, Kurseong, Shri. Phuri Sherpa; Factory Advisory Officer, Tea Board of India, Siliguri, Shri Subir Paul, OSD to Hon’ble MLA Shri MB Gurung, DFO(T) Shri Sonam Pintso Bhutia; SDM Pakyong, Shri N.K. Bhandari; Panchayat members, officials from various line departments, and executive members of tea Grower's Welfare Board of Gnathang Machong Constituency.

27/05/2026