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Sikkim Marks Gandhi Jayanti with Sanitation Drive, CM Unveils New Initiatives in Gangtok
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 04:32 PM
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On 2nd October, Sikkim celebrated Gandhi Jayanti with a strong emphasis on sanitation. Chief Minister unveiled several new initiatives in Gangtok aimed at improving cleanliness and public health.
Sikkim marked the 2nd of October as Gandhi Jayanti with a focus on cleanliness and public health. The state’s capital, Gangtok, hosted a series of events that highlighted the importance of sanitation in line with Mahatma Gandhi’s principles.
During the celebrations, the Chief Minister addressed the crowd and announced a set of initiatives aimed at enhancing waste management, promoting hygiene practices, and upgrading public toilets across the state. The projects include the installation of new waste segregation units and the launch of a digital platform for reporting sanitation issues.
The CM emphasized that these measures would not only honor Gandhi’s legacy but also contribute to the state’s overall development goals. He urged citizens to participate actively in maintaining cleanliness and to support the new programs.
The launch of these initiatives is expected to improve the living conditions in Gangtok and other districts, reinforcing Sikkim’s commitment to sustainable development and public welfare.
During the celebrations, the Chief Minister addressed the crowd and announced a set of initiatives aimed at enhancing waste management, promoting hygiene practices, and upgrading public toilets across the state. The projects include the installation of new waste segregation units and the launch of a digital platform for reporting sanitation issues.
The CM emphasized that these measures would not only honor Gandhi’s legacy but also contribute to the state’s overall development goals. He urged citizens to participate actively in maintaining cleanliness and to support the new programs.
The launch of these initiatives is expected to improve the living conditions in Gangtok and other districts, reinforcing Sikkim’s commitment to sustainable development and public welfare.