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Sikkim Leaders Honor Former CM Nar Bahadur Bhandari on 85th Birth Anniversary
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 03:03 AM
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Sikkim's political leaders gathered to pay tribute to former Chief Minister Nar Bahadur Bhandari on the occasion of his 85th birth anniversary.
On 12 October, political leaders in Sikkim convened at the state assembly to honour former Chief Minister Nar Bahadur Bhandari on his 85th birth anniversary. The gathering highlighted Bhandari’s impact on the state’s development.
Bhandari, who served as chief minister from 1994 to 1999, is remembered for his focus on infrastructure and social welfare. His tenure is often cited as a period of significant progress in education and public services.
Key figures present included the current Chief Minister, the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, and senior party leaders, all of whom expressed gratitude for Bhandari’s contributions and pledged to continue his vision for Sikkim.
During the ceremony, a moment of silence was observed and the flag was lowered to half‑mast in Bhandari’s honour, underscoring the enduring respect for his leadership among the state’s political community.
Bhandari, who served as chief minister from 1994 to 1999, is remembered for his focus on infrastructure and social welfare. His tenure is often cited as a period of significant progress in education and public services.
Key figures present included the current Chief Minister, the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, and senior party leaders, all of whom expressed gratitude for Bhandari’s contributions and pledged to continue his vision for Sikkim.
During the ceremony, a moment of silence was observed and the flag was lowered to half‑mast in Bhandari’s honour, underscoring the enduring respect for his leadership among the state’s political community.