Renowned Sikkim journalist Bijay Bantawa dies

Veteran journalist Bijay Bantawa, who spent decades reporting on Sikkim's political, social and cultural affairs, died recently. He was associated with Sikkimexpress, where his reporting helped shape public discourse in the state. Colleagues remembered him as a diligent reporter and mentor to younger journalists. His death marks the loss of a respected voice in Sikkim's media community. The newspaper did not disclose further details about the circumstances of his passing.