Sikkim Chief Minister dedicates ‘Aama Samman Diwas’ to honour mothers

On the occasion of August 10, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang made a heartfelt announcement dedicating the day as ‘Aama Samman Diwas’ — a special day to honour the strength and sacrifices of mothers across Sikkim.

The day holds a personal meaning for the Chief Minister. Seven years ago, on August 10, 2018, he was released after being held unfairly. At that time, it was a day marking his personal freedom. But today, he said, the day means something much bigger and more meaningful.

“When I was kept away from home unjustly, my thoughts always went back to one person — my mother,” Shri Tamang said. He spoke about his mother’s quiet pain and sleepless nights during that difficult time. Her constant belief in him became his shield and gave him strength.

He added that no political victory or change in government can happen without the love, prayers, and courage of a mother. “The legacy of a mother is greater than any throne, title, or achievement,” he said. “It is priceless and timeless, and it is the greatest legacy any society can celebrate.”

With this, Chief Minister Tamang declared that the day formerly remembered as ‘Jan Unmukti Diwas’ — marking his personal release — will now be celebrated as ‘Aama Samman Diwas’, a day to honour mothers.

He also shared his government’s commitment to supporting and empowering mothers across Sikkim. The Chief Minister mentioned several initiatives including the ‘Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana’, which provides financial support to mothers, the creation of breastfeeding pods in public spaces to ensure dignity, and increased opportunities for women in leadership and entrepreneurship.

“Every step we take as a government is built on one truth,” he said, “when we empower our mothers, we empower Sikkim.”

Tamang described the day as deeply personal. “It is my way of saying thank you to my mother and to every mother in every home across Sikkim,” he said. “Your love is our foundation. Your strength is our future.”