Chief Minister Shri Pawan Chamling addresses Sikkimese citizens on the occasion of

65th Independence Day.

Announces introduction of Science & Commerce stream in all

senior secondary schools and host of other schemes.

Gangtok, 15th August 2011: Addressing fellow Sikkimese on the occasion of 65th Independence Day, the Chief Minister called upon citizens to utilize democratic provisions for the common good and not misuse them for negative purpose. Further stressing on the role of all organs of democracy, Shri Pawan Chamling said that all democratic institutions like the Executive, Legislative, Judiciary and the Fourth Estate are meant to serve the larger interest of the people and the Nation at large. We are all servants to give service to the people and Nation, said further said that all the institutions should be utilized for common good and not misused for some sectarian purpose or individual interest. All of us should be responsible including the Indian citizens so that the various provisions available could be properly used for greater well being as part of the democratic dividend. However, it pains me to recount how in many cases, the democratic provisions are being misused by some vested interest groups, Shri Chamling rues.

Recounting how the security and sovereignty of the nation is sometime exposed to the nefarious design of anti-national elements, Shri Chamling further asserted that the people of the Country have always faced these challenges with grit and determination.

Sikkim as the grand partner in democratic entity of the Country has made significant contribution over the decades towards bringing deeper national integration, friendlier cross-border camaraderie and promoting the best example of peace and security in the region.

Talking about his development program Shri Chamling said, “In fact, we have worked out a comprehensive vision statements to fully harness our competitive advantages driving the economy of the State and the region to a new high. All sectors identified and stakeholder involved in carrying out these missions have been asked to go about in a mission mode and the Government is closely monitoring and evaluating the outcomes so as to ensure that the goals set are achieved within the stipulated time.”

Stressing Education and health sector as priority sectors, the Chief Minister highlighted many programs and incentives including the Chief Minister’s Meritorious Scholarship Programme etc.

Stressing on the quality aspect of education, the Chief Minister said, “The objective is for 100 percent enrollment and zero drop outs of children at the elementary level and 100 percent completion of teachers training for the primary and graduate teachers. The other important objective is to improve the literacy rate from 85 percent to 95 percent by the end of the 12th Five Year Plan.”

Health sector would continue to receive the highest priority of the government to provide quality health care which is responsive to the needs of the people, said the Chief Minister. He also laid out the detailed programs under health sector for the benefit of the people.

On the auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister Shri Pawan Chamling also announced range of incentives and policy decisions for the State. The detailed speech may be seen by clicking the following link.
Click Here to See Speech of HCM on that occasion