Friday, January 29, 2010

Republic Day celebrated in Sikkim


Correspondent
GANGTOK, Jan 29 – Governor of Sikkim, Balmiki Prasad Singh, said that the people of India gave unto themselves a democratic Constitution which enshrines the principle of governance by the people. The Constitution articulates the hopes and aspirations of the people. The principles of justice, liberty and equality that have been enshrined inthe Constitution have been the bedrock of the nation’s stability and progress, he said.

Amidst the tune of National Anthem, the Republic Day celebration began with the unfurling of the national flag by the Governor and presentation of guard of honour bySikkim police and Army contingents. The Governor also reviewed the parade by the contingents of ITBP, SSB, SAP, IRBn, Sikkim Police, Home Guards, ITBP Commando, Army band and Sikkim police band.

In the process of Constitutional democracy, he said that Sikkim has not lagged behind. Harmony among all sections of society prevails. The peace environment and a low crime rate have made the State an oasis of peace and tranquility. The Government is working on building a nature based economy and knowledge driven society inSikkim.

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