Honoured to welcome the Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment and MSME to our office in Gangtok. Arriving directly from Bengaluru, the Hon’ble Minister took time to enquire about the well-being of beneficiaries under the Prayaas Yojana—a gesture that reflects a deep commitment to people-centric governance.
Celebrating World Bicycle Day with a rewarding ride through the hills of Sikkim! Covered 20 km with over 200 metres of elevation gain alongside Shri Kesang Tenzing, Regional Commissioner. Grateful to Shri Palden, owner of the popular Cycle Hub, for accompanying the SSO Gangtok team up to the high point at Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary.
Engaging with Gen Z on the importance of social security, the benefits of having a provident fund, and Government initiatives like PM-VBRY that incentivise employment.
Meeting held with the Labour Secretary, Govt. of Sikkim, regarding preparations for the PM-VBRY event scheduled at Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok on 07.06.2026
So far, 168 First Timers have already received the first tranche of monetary benefits under the Yojana in Sikkim.
7 EPF members received PPOs under Prayaas Yojana on the day of their superannuation—the highest single-day distribution in Sikkim. Members were felicitated with traditional scarves at the EPFO office and served refreshments.
Hemant Das, Enforcement Officer, EPFO Gangtok distributed Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) to five employees today under Prayas Yojana on the very day of their superannuation from several organizations.
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Under Prayaas Yojana, SSO Gangtok issued PPOs to 5 pensioners on the day of their superannuation—a notable accomplishment for a small office with a strong service commitment.
Two-day long Integrated Community Outreach Programme (ICOP) organized by CBC & @PIBGangtok
concluded today. District Collector, Mangan Anant Jain graced the occassion as Chief Guest.
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Chairman, State Welfare Commission, Dr. Jim Tshering Lepcha, Assistant Director of PIB, Shri Manas, GM Sikkim Urja Ltd participated in Nidhi Aap Ke Nikat held at Sikkim Urja Ltd, Mangan on 27.01.2026. Presentation was made on PMVBRY and EEC-2025.