GANGTOK, May 27 - The Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) Government led by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang completed one year in office today. To mark the occasion, a function was organised at the Samman Bhawan here, which was attended by the Chief Minister, his Cabinet colleagues and other dignitaries. The celebration was, however, subdued due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
The Chief Minister thanked the people of Sikkim for giving the mandate for �change and new possibilities�. In a Facebook post he wrote: �The responsibility entrusted on us has encouraged and inspired us to provide our people with the best they deserve with transparency being the hallmark.
Tamang also thanked the Governor, Chief Secretary, DGP, heads of line departments, and all other government employees for their contribution towards smooth functioning of the government even during the pandemic.
�Our government is people and youth-centric and I like to inform everyone that our doors are always open for Sikkim and its people. The journey has been challenging as well as satisfying with some systematic changes and fine-tuning. We have been able to serve the people with utmost sincerity and dedication and will continue to nurture the seed of overall development,� Tamang added.
�We were very successful in keeping the coronavirus at bay for the longest period, but unfortunately it managed to sneak in. I like to remind and reassure our people that they need not panic. We are well equipped and ready to tackle the situation and appeal to everyone to stay calm and be empathetic towards each other,� he said.
He specifically mentioned the frontline warriors for their efforts in keeping Sikkim safe. The Chief Minister urged everyone to follow the safety protocols and cooperate with the frontline warriors.
�Our government will leave no stone unturned for the safety and well-being of Sikkim and its people. I assure you that together we can emerge victorious and set an example for the world,� he said.
