Rinchenpong achieved a significant cultural milestone on December 1 as Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang inaugurated the Cultural Centre and Rinchen Chholing Monastery at the Rabindranath Tagore Complex in Megi Dara. The event was attended by His Eminence Tulku Sangay Yonten Gyatsho Rinpoche, along with dignitaries and local residents.
In his address, CM Tamang lauded the collaborative efforts of the Tourism Department, the Monastic Committee, and the people of Sikkim in completing the landmark project. “This initiative aligns perfectly with our vision of promoting pilgrimage tourism, fostering spiritual growth, and driving economic empowerment,” Tamang stated, emphasising the dual benefits of the project.
The newly inaugurated complex is expected to become a hub for pilgrimage tourism, a cornerstone of Sikkim’s economic and cultural development strategy. Tamang highlighted the potential of such ventures in driving local economic growth by creating private-sector opportunities and reducing dependence on government jobs. “The private sector holds vast potential for fostering self-reliance and entrepreneurial growth,” he remarked.
Expressing his gratitude, Tamang extended thanks to His Eminence Rinpoche, the Sangha, and all stakeholders for their contributions to the project. He also commended the people of Sikkim for their dedication to preserving the state’s cultural heritage and natural beauty while advancing sustainable development.
On social media, the Chief Minister shared his reflections: “It was a profound honour and privilege to inaugurate the Cultural Centre and Rinchen Chholing Monastery at the Rabindranath Tagore Complex, Megi Dara, Rinchenpong. I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Tourism Department, the Monastic Committee, and the people of Sikkim for this remarkable achievement.”
