Mangan, October 24(IPR): In compliance with the directions of the Hon’ble High Court of Sikkim, District Collector-cum-Magistrate, Mangan, Mr Anant Jain led a joint inspection of jhoras and sewage discharge points in Lachen and Lachung today.
Also present were ADM Mangan Mr Pema Wangchen Namkarpa, ADC Dev Chungthang Mr Hem Sagar Kafley, SDM Chungthang Mr Arun Chettri, BDO Chungthang Mr Johna Targain, AE RDD Mr Joel Lama, RO Land Revenue Mr Kessang Rikzing Lepcha, RO Forest Lachen Mr Tenzing Bhutia, RO Forest Lachung Mr Tenzing Wangyal Lepcha, JE PHE Mr Sonam Zangpo Bhutia, Pipons, SHOs (Lachen and Lachung), along with officials and staff of the concerned line departments.
The inspection assessed the existing sewage-disposal practices and identified measures to prevent the discharge of untreated wastewater into rivers and jhoras across the State. During the inspection, the team examined the jhoras and checked sewage discharge points in both Lachen and Lachung. The exercise focused on assessing the existing arrangements for sewage disposal and identifying suitable measures for the effective management of wastewater in the two areas.
The District Collector suggested the construction of soak pits, also referred to as infiltration pits or leach pits, in hotels wherever adequate land is available. He also recommended the construction of septic tanks wherever necessary, taking into consideration the availability of land and the requirements of the respective establishments.
The Pipons highlighted the necessity of adopting suitable sewage-disposal mechanisms in their respective areas to ensure effective wastewater management and address issues related to sewage discharge.
It may also be highlighted that DC Mangan handed over ex-gratia assistance to the family affected by the house fire that occurred in Lachung on 21 October 2026. The assistance was provided by the district administration as immediate relief to the affected family.