GYALSHING, (IPR): The Khangchendzonga Winter
Tourism Festival 2024 witnessed colorful cultural dance performances on its
sixth day at the school grounds of PM Shri Government Senior Secondary School,
Pelling.
The
festival is being organized by the Pelling Tourism Development Association
(PTDA) in collaboration with the District Administration, Gyalshing, and
supported by the Tourism and Civil Aviation Deptt, 14-Singyang-Chumbong GPU,
Blue Rings Society (Pelling), hoteliers, local stakeholders, NGOs, and the
Samaj of the periphery.
The
event was graced by Garap Dorjee Bhutia, BDO Gyalshing, as the chief guest,
accompanied by Bhakta Bahadur Karki, Chief Advisor & Founder of PTDA, as
the guest of honour.
Also
present on the occasion were zilla members, panchayat presidents and panchayat
members, Dr. Tsheden Bhutia, Rtd CMO, Ajit Gurung, AGM SSBS, Hissay Zangpo
Bhutia, National Awardee, Thanka Painting, Amal Singh Subba, SI Special Branch,
Gauri Pradhan Rtd Teacher, officials, and other dignitaries.
Upon
arrival, the chief guest was accorded a warm welcome by the organizing
committee and later escorted towards the various installed stalls at the
festival by Keshav Pradhan, president of PTDA.
The
day also witnessed the Futsal Semi Final, where Sindrabung FC defeated PTDA FC
in the first match and NCDS triumphed over Sardung United in the second match
of the day.
Various
stalls exhibiting traditional clothing, ethnic attires, local cuisines,
beverages, and antiques provided a vivid glimpse into the cultural and artistic
diversity of the area, further enhancing the festival's charm.
A
token of love was presented to the chief guest, the guest of honor, and invited
special guests. Biren Pradhan was the master of ceremonies.
