GANGTOK: The Rajya Puruskar Award Ceremony was held today at Raj Bhavan, Gangtok, celebrating the achievements of outstanding Scouts and Guides from across Sikkim. The Governor of Sikkim, Om Prakash Mathur, attended the event as the Chief Guest and presented the prestigious awards.
According to a press release issued by Raj Bhavan, the ceremony recognized 20 Guides and 4 Scouts for their exemplary commitment and service under the Bharat Scouts and Guides program. In addition, Mukund Dhungyel was awarded a certificate for successfully completing the Leaders Trainers Course, the highest level of training in the Scouts and Guides movement.
Addressing the gathering, Governor Mathur congratulated the awardees and expressed pride in their dedication to national values and community service. He highlighted the role of the Bharat Scouts and Guides in instilling discipline, patriotism, and social responsibility among the youth.
“Events like these encourage our children to become valuable assets to the nation and contributors to the global human community,” the Governor said, urging students to set their sights on the President’s Award—the highest honour in the movement.
He also acknowledged the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a “Viksit Bharat @2047”, emphasizing that the nation’s youth are central to achieving this goal. He described the Scouts and Guides as active participants in this national vision.
The program began with a welcome address by Elizabeth Shyangbo, followed by cultural performances by students of St. Joseph Convent, Martam, and Sungdunglakaha School. A patriotic song titled ‘Neel Gagan Mein Ek Chand Hai’ was also performed.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Meena Bhutia, State Commissioner (Guides), the Raj Bhavan press note informs.
- SA Report
