Sikkim Govt to Publish Official Notifications in Nepali Language Too

The decision aims to ensure that all citizens of Sikkim have equitable access to government information and services.

In a move to enhance accessibility and transparency, the Sikkim Government has decided to publish all official notifications and Gazettes in both English and Nepali languages from now onwards, this was announced by the State Home Department today.

The decision aims to ensure that all citizens of Sikkim have equitable access to government information and services.

The decision also recognises the significance of the Nepali language in the cultural heritage and identity of the people of Sikkim.

“Article 344(1) of the Constitution of India provided for the inclusion of Nepali language in the Eighth Schedule on 20th August 1992, and mandated its promotion and development. It is desirable to ensure that all citizens of Sikkim have equal access to government information and services to promote transparency, duly acknowledging the significance of Nepali language in the cultural heritage and identity of the people of Sikkim; Now, therefore, as a step towards fulfilling this constitutional mandate, the State Government has decided that henceforth, all official notifications and Gazettes shall be published in both English and Nepali languages,” the notification read.

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