Sikkim Assembly passes two key bills in successful one-day session
Along with these bills, the Assembly also tabled the Annual Consolidated Audit Report on Panchayati Raj Institutions and Municipalities for the financial year 2023–24.
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The Sikkim Legislative Assembly held a one-day session of the Second Session (Part IV) of the Eleventh Assembly on June 30, where two important bills were introduced and passed. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang expressed satisfaction over the smooth conduct of the legislative proceedings and thanked all those involved for their efforts.
In his official message, the Chief Minister said he was pleased that the day’s session went smoothly and that important legislative business was completed without any disruption. “This sitting witnessed important legislative proceedings, including the introduction and passage of two bills,” he said.
The two bills passed by the House include The Scholars University of Skills and Innovation, Sikkim Bill, 2025 and The Sikkim Lokayukta (Amendment) Bill, 2025. These laws are expected to bring positive changes to the state in the areas of education and governance.
Along with these bills, the Assembly also tabled the Annual Consolidated Audit Report on Panchayati Raj Institutions and Municipalities for the financial year 2023–24. This report provides a detailed account of the financial performance of local bodies. In addition, annual reports from several departments were also laid before the House. These included the Departments of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food & Civil Supplies, and the Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC).
Chief Minister Tamang extended his gratitude to Speaker M. N. Sherpa and Deputy Speaker Raj Kumari Thapa for conducting the proceedings in a dignified and efficient manner. He also thanked the ministers and members of the Legislative Assembly for their active involvement and meaningful contributions during the session.
“I also want to express my gratitude to the Cabinet Secretary, Chief Secretary, Director General of Police, Assembly Secretariat, Sikkim Police, and senior officials and staff from various departments,” the Chief Minister said. “Their coordination and dedication ensured that the session was conducted without any issues.”