Water News August 2024: SIkkim

Sikkim Approves Rs 14,490.67 Crore Budget For 2024-25, Focus on Infrastructure and Key Sectors

The Sikkim government has approved a budget of Rs 14,490.67 crore for the financial year 2024-25, with a focus on enhancing key infrastructure and sectors, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay announced today.

The budget aims to improve electricity, drinking water, road connectivity, health, education, and tourism sectors, addressing the state’s significant issues. The government has also allocated funds for the Golden Jubilee Celebration of Sikkim’s Statehood, scheduled for August 15, 2024.

Source:

https://www.northeasttoday.in/2024/08/09/sikkim-approves-rs-14490-67-crore-budget-for-2024-25-focus-on-infrastructure-and-key-sectors/

Water News August 2024: SIkkim

Extremely Heavy Rains to Pound Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Sikkim; IMD Issues Red Warning

A weather system that had been brewing over East India as a low-pressure area has formed over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining Jharkhand. This, coupled with an active monsoon trough, is expected to bring torrential rains to the region.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast extremely heavy rains (more than 204.5 mm) over Bikar, Kharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal and Sikkim. Then, heavy to very heavy rainfall (64.5 mm-204.5 mm) is very likely in isolated parts of Gangetic West Bengal on Friday (August 2); Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura until Tuesday (August 6).

Source:

https://weather.com/en-IN/india/news/news/2024-08-02-extremely-heavy-rains-in-bihar-jharkhand-west-bengal-sikkim

Water News August 2024: Sikkim

Rejuvenated Sikkim: a must-visit monsoon paradise in August

The month of August falls in the midst of the monsoon season in Sikkim, breathing new life into the hilly state. As other parts of India grapple with sultry summer heat, Sikkim transforms into a magical monsoon paradise – lush green valleys, gushing waterfalls cascading down misty mountains, sparkling lakes nestled amid emerald forests.

Though the skies are overcast, August still sees bright sunny spells in Sikkim. The rains rejuvenate the landscapes, allowing nature to burst into full bloom. Wildflowers like primulas, poppies, orchids and rhododendrons paint the hillsides in vivid colours. The earthy petrichor aroma fills the air. Trekking trails get covered in velvety moss. Bird calls echo through the dripping foliage.

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https://sikkimtourism.org/sikkim-weather-in-august/

Water News August 2024: Sikkim

Sikkim Investment: ₹100 Crore Plan Boosts Air Connectivity, Water ATMs, Brewery Project by 2025 @sikkiminvest.gov.in

Sikkim unveils ambitious ₹100 crore investment strategy, focusing on enhancing Pakyong air connectivity with BLADE, introducing 500 sustainable water ATMs, and launching a ₹70 crore brewery project. The plan aims to revolutionize tourism, create jobs, and boost the local economy. Minister Bhutia envisions Sikkim as India's premier eco-tourism hub by 2030, emphasizing sustainable development and innovative governance to attract investors and tourists alike.

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https://www.therisingnews.com/sikkim-investment-100-crore-plan-boosts-air-connectivity-water-atms-brewery-project-by-2025-sikkiminvest-gov-in/news

Water News August 2024: Sikkim

Bomb from Flooded Sikkim Army Depot Safely Defused After 10-Month Ordeal

Nearly 10 months after a devastating flood swept a bomb away from the Army’s ammunition depot at Bardang in East Sikkim, the explosive was safely defused on Thursday, police confirmed.

Residents of the 20 Mile area in Bardang discovered the bomb and promptly reported it to the Rangpo police station. The Army’s bomb disposal unit in Bardang, located about 29 kilometers from Gangtok, was notified and successfully neutralized the explosive.

Source:

https://voiceofsikkim.com/bomb-from-flooded-sikkim-army-depot-safely-defused-after-10-month-ordeal/