CM Prem Singh Tamang Graces Namsoong Celebration, Highlights Cultural Unity

Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang joined the vibrant Namsoong festivities at Gangyap in the Yuksom-Tashiding constituency, celebrating a key cultural event of the Lepcha community. The festival, which signifies the start of a new year, showcased the community’s deep-rooted connection with nature through traditional dances, music, and rituals, drawing enthusiastic participation from across Sikkim.

Expressing his joy at the celebration, Tamang remarked, “It was a pleasure to attend the vibrant Gangyap Namsoong celebration today. Namsoong, a significant festival of the Lepcha community, beautifully highlights our deep connection with nature and the cycles of life.”

The Chief Minister underscored the importance of preserving and celebrating cultural heritage. He called such events a testament to the state’s rich traditions and unity. “Events like these are a testament to our rich heritage and unity. They inspire us to come together and celebrate our shared traditions,” Tamang said during his address.

Encouraging the citizens to use the occasion as a moment of reflection, Tamang urged them to focus on peace and progress. “Let us embrace this occasion to reaffirm our commitment to peace, mutual respect, and collective progress for the prosperity of our beautiful state,” he concluded.

The Namsoong festival remains a cornerstone of Lepcha culture, symbolizing harmony between humanity and the natural world, and events like these continue to reinforce the cultural unity of Sikkim.