41st episode of Basibiyalo Singtam to be held in 29 Jan

GANGTOK, 27 Jan: Basibiyalo Singtam has entered its 41st episode which is scheduled to be held at Singtam Nepali Dharamsala on 29 January. IGP Akshay Sachdeva will be attending as the chief guest. Shyam Pradhan, who played the lead role in the film ‘Romeo in Sikkim’ in the 70s, will be felicitated by Basibiyalo Singtam this time.
The film, which was shot in different parts of the state in 1973, was screened here in 1975, a press release informs. Mr Pradhan will be felicitated in a colourful cultural programme, which will include poetry recitals and traditional dance performances. [from SANJAY AGARWAL]