Chief Minister of Sikkim Prem Singh Tamang on 4th February affirmed commitment to the welfare of Sikkimese citizens. Stating the crucial need for unity as the upcoming elections, Chief Minister delivered a powerful message during the 12th Foundation Day Celebration of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) Party. Addressing to the enthusiastic crowd, Chief Minister Tamang assured for the regularization of Government Employees with more than 4 years of service, extending this promise to Non-Gazetted employees as well.
The Creatorpreneurship Scheme, a unique initiative, promises financial aid of Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh to 75,000 youths engaged in creating content on social media platforms, based on their social media following. Under the Aama Yojna, 64,000 mothers will receive Rs 4,400 annually for LPG refilling, and Sikkim-certified drivers will be entitled to insurance of up to Rs 10 lakh. The Chief Minister Merit Scholarship (CMMS) has been extended up to Graduation, providing educational support beyond Class XII.
In a significant move towards housing for the less fortunate, plans were unveiled to construct 300 houses under the Sikkim Garib Awas Yojna. The Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana promises financial assistance of Rs 40,000 annually to over 64,000 mothers, while the Vatsalaya Scheme supports childless couples with Rs 3 lakhs for In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) treatments.
