The Library Committee of Sikkim Government College, Burtuk organised a one-day workshop on ONOS and KohaILMS- the two vital digital pillars of modern higher educationon 10^th September 2026. The primary objective was to equip the participants with advanced e-resource tracking capabilities and digital library handling mechanism to enhance both institutional research and student mentorship.

Inaugural Session and Keynote Address

The programme commenced with Dr. Sabita Tamang serving as the Master of Ceremonies.  The session began with the formal welcoming of the invited guest, Prof (Dr) D Purohit, resource person, Dr Dina Subba, faculty members, library staff, and students.

Following the welcome, the Convener of the Library Committee, Dr Narendra Kharel delivered the opening remarks. He highlighted the purpose and significance of organising this workshop.

The Principal, Prof. (Dr) Sunita Kharel, delivered the keynote address and emphasised on the changing role of academic libraries in the digital era. She highlighted the importance of adopting modern technologies to improve the accessibility, and quality of library services.

Technical Session

The technical session was conducted by Dr. Dina Subba. She provided an informative and interactive presentation on ONOS, focusing on wider access to scholarly information resources for students, teachers, researchers, and institutions. She also introduced KOHA, an open-source ILMS, explaining its role in automating library operations and managing resources efficiently. Participants actively interacted with the resource person and clarified their queries.

Vote of Thanks

The programme concluded with the vote of thanks delivered by the Librarian, Ms Lakpa Chhiki Tamang. She expressed sincere gratitude to the Principal for her valuable guidance and support, and to the resource person for sharing her expertise and conducting an informative and engaging technical session. She also conveyed heartfelt thanks to everyone present for their cooperation and active participation.

Outcomes of the Workshop

The workshop enhanced participants’ understanding of digital information services, library automation, and modern technological applications. It reinforced the importance of technological transformation in strengthening academic library services and is expected to contribute to the continued modernisation of the library at Sikkim Government College, Burtuk.

Sikkim Government College, Burtuk organized a “Shradhanjali Arpan” Programme to pay tribute to the lives lost in the devastating flash flood in Nepal on 26 August 2026. The programme was held as a solemn expression of sympathy and solidarity with the affected families and people of Nepal.

The programme was hosted by Mr. Narayan Sharma, Assistant Professor, who welcomed the gathering and highlighted the importance of standing together during times of natural disasters. A short condolence speech was delivered by the Principal, Prof. Dr. Sunita Kharel, who expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and conveyed heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved families.

The tribute continued with a candle-lighting ceremony, in which the teaching faculty, administrative staff, and students participated. This was followed by two minutes of silence and prayer in remembrance of the victims.

Students also presented and recited poems on the theme of the Nepal Disaster, expressing grief, compassion, and hope for those affected by the tragedy.

The programme concluded with a few words of gratitude and condolence by Mr. Narayan Sharma, who thanked everyone for their participation and support in making the tribute meaningful and respectful.

Cleaning & Maintenance of Mahatma Gandhi Statue

Date: 02 Oct 2026 | Venue: MG Marg

Today 5 NCC cadets of our college participated in cleaning and maintenance drive of Mahatma Gandhi Statue at MG Marg on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti.

The statue and surrounding area was cleaned and garlanded by the cadets. The programme was coordinated by NCC officers with active support of local community members.

Cadets showed true spirit of Unity & Discipline_ and Swachhata Hi Seva.

An awareness programme under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan was observed with the active participation of the NCC Cadets and students of Sikkim Government College, Burtuk. The programme aimed to spread awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and inspire students to contribute towards building a healthy and drug-free society.

We are especially grateful to our respected Principal Ma’am for her insightful and inspiring address. Her encouraging words and thoughtful message motivated the students to understand the importance of staying away from substance abuse and becoming responsible ambassadors of a healthier society.

On the occassion of Nepali Bhasa Manyata Diwas, programme was organized at Sikkim Government College, Burtuk to promote the Nepali language, literature, culture and reading habits among students and the academic community.Books were geberoulsly donated to the college library by the following distinguished donors:-

1. MrRudra Pudral

2. Mr.Tika Dhungel

3. Mr.K.N. Shrama

4. Mr.Thaman Nawabag

Dr. Yashmin Bhandari and Dr. Tseten U. Bhutia, member and convenor of Yoga Cell respectively, have been conducting Yoga sessions every Tuesday and Friday.

 The objective of Yoga sessions have been to build Strength, stability of the body and the mind. The participants have been attending yoga sessions keenly and enthusiastically. They expressed their willingness to share a short demonstration of their efforts with the rest of the college.

On 1st September 2026, Yoga flow was presented by students from different departments. They performed Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations).

Submitted by

Dr. TSETEN UDEN BHUTIA

CONVENOR

YOGA CELL

SIKKIM GOVERNMENT COLLEGE BURTUK.

This is to inform all students, faculty, and staff members of Sikkim Government College, Burtuk, that the official Academic Calendar for the year 2026 has been released. The academic calendar outlines all crucial dates and schedules for the upcoming academic year. It includes the commencement dates for both even and odd semester classes, alongside the complete schedule for internal assessments, mid-term evaluations, and final university examinations. Furthermore, it details the dates for major college events, sports meets, extracurricular activities, and the official list of gazetted holidays, summer breaks, and winter vacations. Students and faculty will also find all necessary deadlines for admissions, semester registrations, and fee payments within the document. All students and faculty members are requested to review the calendar carefully and adhere to the stipulated timelines to ensure a smooth and productive academic session. Please click the attached link to view or download the complete Academic Calendar for 2026. For any academic queries or clarifications regarding the schedule, students may reach out to their respective Teacher Mentors or contact the administrative office during working hours. Issued by: Office of the Principal, Sikkim Government College, Burtuk, Balwakhani, Gangtok, Sikkim – 737101.

5/5/2026: The Department of Commerce organized an outreach visit to Nikung Lee Orphanage at Chongey, Gangtok with the objective of engaging with the children and contributing to their well-being through educational and recreational activities. The VI semester students’ along with the all the faculties of commerce department participated in the outreach programme. The visit provided students with an opportunity to serve the community while fostering social responsibility and compassion.

During the program, the Commerce students conducted an interactive awareness session on health and hygiene, emphasizing the importance of maintaining personal cleanliness, proper handwashing practices, and healthy daily habits. The students also educated the children about waterborne diseases, discussing their causes, symptoms, preventive measures, and the significance of consuming safe and clean drinking water. The sessions were designed to be engaging and informative, encouraging active participation from the children. The students also prepared momo for the hostel children during lunch hours.

Date: 29th July 2026

Venue: Sikkim Government College, Burtuk

As an initiative of Sikkim Government College, Burtuk, a TB Awareness-cum-Screening Programme along with Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Screening under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan was successfully conducted on 29th July 2026 at the OBC Girls’ Hostel, Sikkim Government College, Burtuk. The programme was organised by the District Tuberculosis Centre, Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Sikkim with full support and cooperation

from the college authority along with the Health Club of Sikkim Government College, Burtuk. Both teaching and non-teaching staff actively participated in the programme. The participants underwent health screening which included assessment of TB symptoms and risk factors, blood pressure measurement, blood sugar testing and other health assessments in accordance with the guidelines of

the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP). Necessary counselling and medical guidance were provided to the participants and those requiring further medical evaluation were guided accordingly. This initiative contributed to the early detection of tuberculosis and non communicable diseases while encouraging the adoption of preventive healthcare practices