New Delhi, Mar 11th: Prem Singh Tamang, Chief Minister of Sikkim, on Tuesday chaired the Mukhyamantri Jan Sambadh Programme organised under the “Connect to CM” platform at Samman Bhawan, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at bringing governance closer to the people.
The programme was aimed at strengthening direct communication between the Government and citizens, with special focus on assisting families belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category and other economically weaker sections of society.
During the programme, 34 Block Administrative Centres (BACs) across the State were connected through video conferencing, enabling interaction between the Chief Minister, Block Development Officers (BDOs), and beneficiaries from different districts.
A large number of beneficiaries from the DESME BPL category, along with several others from economically weaker sections, received assistance under various welfare initiatives. These included the Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Scheme (CMMAS), Chief Minister’s Discretionary Grant (CMDG), Chief Minister’s Self-Employment Assistance Scheme (CMSEAS), Sikkim Garib Awas Yojana (SGAY), allotment of land to the landless, the Chief Minister Education Assistance Scheme (CMEAS) for deserving students, as well as opportunities for government employment.
The beneficiaries were selected through a rigorous and transparent verification process to ensure that assistance reaches the most deserving individuals. While interacting with the beneficiaries, the Chief Minister assured that official orders and benefits would be delivered at their respective BACs within a week, eliminating the need for them to travel long distances to government offices.
Reiterating the Government’s commitment to supporting BPL families and economically disadvantaged sections, the Chief Minister stated that the administration remains steadfast in ensuring that welfare schemes effectively reach those who need them the most.
He further informed that such programmes would be organised every two months to enhance transparency, strengthen service delivery, and empower citizens across the State. The delivery of benefits will also be facilitated at the respective BACs to ensure greater convenience for beneficiaries.
The “Connect to CM” platform, launched on October 14, 2025, serves as a direct channel for citizens to raise grievances, seek assistance, and communicate with the Government. Through timely intervention and prompt responses to the calls received, the platform has helped address and resolve a significant number of grievances arising from administrative hurdles.
