GANGTOK,: In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity and compassion, Chief
Minister PS Golay has extended financial support to Darjeeling journalist Suraj
Rai who recently met a tragic accident while on duty.
On behalf of
the Chief Minister, media coordinator Dichen Ongmu visited Mukherjee Hospital
in Siliguri to handover the financial support from the Chief Minister to the
under-treatment journalist on Tuesday.
Suraj Rai is
chief editor of AJ News, Darjeeling. His unfortunate accident, which gained
widespread public attention, left him requiring urgent surgery. Struggling with
the mounting medical expenses, his family had appealed to the public, leaders
of Darjeeling and the Chief Minister of Sikkim for assistance.
Moved by the
gravity of the situation, the Chief Minister promptly stepped in, offering help
on humanitarian grounds. This gesture not only eased the family’s burden but
also highlighted the leader’s commitment to supporting individuals in need, a
press release informs.
Overwhelmed
with gratitude, Rai’s family expressed their heartfelt thanks to the Chief
Minister for his kindness and timely intervention during this critical moment.
Their words reflect the deep emotional impact of this act of generosity,
offering hope and reassurance in a time of distress, the release mentions.