New Delhi, Jan 21: Prior to attending the 71st edition of the Maghey Sankranti Mela, the Chief Minister of Sikkim, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, today duly inaugurated the newly constructed auditorium-cum-10-room school building of PM SHRI Government Senior Secondary School, Jorethang today.

It is noteworthy that the newly inaugurated auditorium-cum-10-room school building is equipped with modern facilities designed to support academic, cultural, and co-curricular activities. The auditorium, with a seating capacity of 300 persons, is fitted with a public address (PA) system and fully functional air-conditioning units. The infrastructure further comprises eight classrooms, two laboratories dedicated to Chemistry and Biology practical sessions, green rooms, and adequate sanitation facilities.

During the inaugural programme, the Principal, Ms Nisha Rai, in her welcome address, expressed her sincere gratitude to the Chief Minister, the Education Minister, and the MLA for their continued support in strengthening the school’s infrastructure. She stated that the new facility would play a pivotal role in enhancing the academic environment and reinforcing the overall institutional framework of the school. She also highlighted the commendable progress of students in academics, sports at the national level, and various co-curricular activities.

The PCE-cum-Secretary, Education Department, Mr Chetraj Mishra, presented the technical details of the project. As a gesture of appreciation, the School Management Committee presented tokens of gratitude to the Chief Minister and the Education Minister. 

 The programme concluded with the Chief Minister visiting the newly constructed classrooms and laboratories of the school.

The Chief Minister was accompanied by the Minister for Education Mr Raju Basnet,  Minister for Urban Development Department Mr Bhoj Raj Rai, MLA and Chief Patron Mr Madan Cintury, MLA Mr L N Sharma, along with Advisors, Chairpersons, Secretary ( Education Department), PCE-cum-Secretary Education Department, District Collector Namchi, Senior Superintendent of Police Namchi, Heads of Offices, and other officials from various line departments. 

Also present on the occasion were the Principal of PM SHRI Government Senior Secondary School, Jorethang, Ms Nisha Rai, members of the School Management Committee, teaching and non-teaching staff and students.

Later in the day, Chief Minister Tamang arrived at the Public Playground, Jorethang, and graced the Grand Finale of the Golden Voice of Sikkim, Golden Feet of Sikkim, and Golden Beat of Sikkim competitions as the Chief Guest, held on the seventh day of the Maghey Sankranti Mela.