Appeal

We have launched a unique and innovative programme called Paryavaran Mahotsav which starts from 15th of June and continues to 30th of June every year. With tireless efforts of the people of Sikkim and green initiatives and policies of the Government, we have been able to increase our forest cover from 43.95% in 1993 to over 47.34% in 2014, which is more than double the national average.

Paryavaran Mahotsav not only envisages for the increase in forest cover but also gives way to creation of Eco roads, Smriti Vans, 10 Minutes to Earth, beautification and landscaping of all institutional campus, greening of all vacant lands, beautification of bazaars, ornamenting the flyovers, roadways and even one’s own house. Cleanliness of surroundings, solid waste management, promotion of eco-tourism, organic farming, giving respect to one’s culture and tradition, giving respect to all the creations of God, respect for sacred rivers and lakes, mountain peaks, devithans and deoralis etc. also forms a part of this Mahotsav.

I appeal all the citizens to plant a sapling and take pledge to resort to eco-friendly lifestyles, do organic farming, resort to reduce, re-use and re-cycle practices, and create low carbon footprints.

This will only lead to realization of our mission of creating a clean, green and visitors friendly Sikkim.

Pawan Chamling