16/09/2026
An awareness programme on National Scholarship Schemes 2026 was conducted at Ranka Senior Secondary School and Burtuk Secondary School under the directive of Hon’ble MLA, Upper Burtuk, Smt. Kala Rai.
The programme aimed to sensitise students about various scholarship schemes under the Social Welfare Department, Government of Sikkim, including eligibility, application procedures, and the last date of submission—30 September 2026.
The programme was attended by Mrs. Priscilla Rai, Deputy Director, Ranka Block. Mr. Phintso Bhutia and Mr. Siddharth Neopaney, Executive Members, Sikkim Teachers’ Association. Resource persons included Mr. Tsewang Topden, Mrs. Meena Gurung, and Ms. Srijana Karkidoli , Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department.
Students were encouraged to apply within the stipulated deadline and avail themselves of the benefits of the scholarship schemes.
Priscilla Rai
Kala Rai