DAC Pakyong Organises Intergenerational Day Under Senior Citizens Welfare Programme
Pakyong, February 14 (IPR): The District Administrative Centre (DAC), Pakyong, presented Pratha Celebrating Generations, an Intergenerational Day programme celebrating the old and the new while honouring the bond between the elderly and the youth, under the District-Level Integrated Senior Citizens Welfare Programme of the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana.
The programme was organised by the Women, Child, Senior Citizen and Divyangjan Welfare Department, Pakyong District, at St. Xavier’s School Ground today.
MLA, Gnathang-Machong Constituency and Advisor, Women, Child, Senior Citizen and Divyangjan Welfare Department, Ms Pamin Lepcha, graced the event as the Chief Guest.
Also present were District Collector, Pakyong, Mr Rohan Agawane; Additional District Collector, Pakyong, Mr Pulkit; SDM (HQ), Mr Thendup Lepcha; Zilla Panchayat and Panchayat members; Deputy Director cum Social Welfare Officer, Ms Dikit Lepcha, Heads of Offices from various departments; teachers; students; and senior citizens.
Giving an overview of the festival, the District Collector informed that Pratha Celebrating Generations was conceptualised to celebrate love, bonding, and the continuity of traditions between the elderly and the younger generation.
He shared that the festival derives its name from the idea that traditions are passed down through generations and emphasised that students form the backbone of the celebration, with participation from across the district.
During the programme, Senior Advocate, Sikkim State Legal Services Authority (SLSA), Mr Narendra Rai, delivered an informative session on the legal rights of senior citizens. He elaborated on legal remedies, maintenance tribunals, and provisions available in cases of neglect, discrimination, or denial of proper care.
The day-long programme comprised a vibrant mix of competitive and non-competitive events. The segments included various student-centred activities, while engagement corners such as painting, manga art, book exhibitions, and interactive games were also present. A free health camp was also organised for participants.
The event also featured skill-building sessions for students, including personality development and soft skills training led by Ms Aanchal Agawane, along with a session on AI and technology facilitated by Mr Dinesh Dhungel. Likewise, storytelling sessions were led by Mr Nabin Dabari, highlighting oral traditions passed down through generations.
The programme additionally hosted a walkathon for senior citizens and the launch of books, including Merger Memories & Other Stories and Numkum.
The day concluded with a prize distribution ceremony honouring winners of various competitive events.
Turn Coat Competition
1st – Rangpo Sr. Secondary School (Shiksha Basnett)
2nd – Mamring Sr. Secondary School (Pratigya Sapkota)
Traditional Treasure Hunt
1st – Ahopul Kisan Secondary School
2nd – Lingtam Secondary School
Nukkad Natak
1st – Dikling Sr. Secondary School
2nd – Linkey Secondary School
Battle of Bands
1st – Rhenock Sr. Secondary School
2nd – Machong Sr. Secondary School
Report from DIO Pakyong