Sikkim Chamber of Commerce thanks CM for directive extending govt benefits to old settlers

GANGTOK, 23 Jan: The Sikkim Chamber of Commerce, in a press communiqué issued on behalf of all the traders and businessmen of the State, has welcomed and expressed “heartfelt gratitude” towards Chief Minister Pawan Chamling for acknowledging and issuing directives to Local Bodies to ensure that Government Benefits are availed by Sikkim Subject Holder, COI Holder, Old Residential Certificate holders, Trade License Holders and persons having Residential Houses in Bazaar areas. The CM made this announcement at a meeting held on 17 January at Manan Kendra, Gangtok. “The said decision will create an atmosphere of belongingness and responsibility for traders to contribute positively towards development of Sikkim,” the press release issued by the SCC president Ashok Sarda puts on record.