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General Budget Session 2026-27 Concludes; House Passes Key Bill and Separate Demands for Grants
Gangtok, July 23 (IPR): The final day of the General Budget Session 2026–27 of the Eleventh Sikkim Legislative Assembly, presided over by Speaker Mr Mingma Norbu Sherpa, commenced with legislative business during which the House passed the Board of Open Schooling and Vocational Education, Sikkim Bill, 2026 (Bill No. 07 of 2026).
The Bill had been introduced by Minister-in-Charge of the Education Department, Mr Raju Basnet, on July 20, 2026.
Thereafter, the House took up the Separate Demands for Grants for the financial year 2026–27, which were presented by the Ministers-in-Charge of their respective departments.
Minister-in-Charge of the Roads & Bridges Department, Mr NB Dahal (Chettri), presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his department.
Replying to the suggestions and observations made by MLAs, Ms Kala Rai and Mr Aditya Golay, the Minister assured the House that the department remains committed to strengthening road infrastructure across the state.
He informed that necessary measures are being undertaken to address issues relating to road safety, maintenance and connectivity while ensuring timely execution of developmental works. Thereafter, the House passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the department.
Minister-in-Charge of the Education, Sports & Youth Affairs and Law & Parliamentary Affairs Departments, Mr Raju Basnet, presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his departments.
Replying to the suggestions made by MLA Mr Aditya Golay, the Minister welcomed the proposal for the development of Soreng Jautar Stadium and assured that it would be examined by the state government.
He also highlighted the various initiatives and provisions made in the General Budget for the advancement of education, sports, youth welfare and legal services, while reaffirming his department's commitment to effectively implementing the government's programmes for the overall development of the state. The House thereafter passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the concerned departments.
Minister-in-Charge of the Tourism & Civil Aviation, Commerce & Industries and Food Processing Industries Departments, Mr Tshering Thendup Bhutia, presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his departments.
Replying to the suggestions made by MLA Ms Kala Rai, the Minister said the Tourism Department would continue exploring measures to enhance tourist footfall and promote value addition to tourism products and services. He further informed that efforts are underway to develop suitable infrastructure for adventure tourism, including a dedicated paragliding site, while emphasising Sikkim's immense potential as a destination for adventure tourism.
Reiterating his departments' commitment to sustainable sectoral growth, the Minister assured that focused efforts would continue to strengthen tourism, commerce, industries and food processing in the State. Thereafter, the House passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the concerned departments.
Chief Minister Mr Prem Singh Tamang, who also holds the portfolios of Home, Finance, Planning & Development, Department of Personnel, Power, Excise, Land Revenue & Disaster Management, Transport, Information and Public Relations, Information Technology, Skill Development and other departments not allotted to other Ministers, presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his departments.
Responding to the views expressed by MLAs Ms Pamin Lepcha and Mr Aditya Golay, the Chief Minister expressed his gratitude for their valuable inputs and elaborated on the key initiatives proposed in the General Budget 2026–27.
He highlighted that the General Budget 2026–27 emphasizes strengthening infrastructure, improving public service delivery, enhancing employment and livelihood opportunities, empowering women and youth, promoting sustainable tourism and agriculture, and preserving Sikkim's unique cultural and environmental heritage.
He elaborated on the State Interest Subvention Scheme to enable eligible farmers to avail Kisan Credit Card crop loans at an effective interest rate of one per cent, the statewide HPV screening programme for women, operationalisation of Sikkim's first Renal Transplant Programme at STNM Hospital, commencement of the Sikkim Government Medical College with an annual intake of 100 MBBS students, strengthening of the "Mero Alaichi, Mero Dhan" mission, expansion of skill development and employment opportunities for women and youth, continued investments in infrastructure and digital governance, and measures aimed at improving public service delivery across the state.
The Chief Minister said these initiatives would contribute towards improving the quality of life of the people while advancing the vision of a "Sunaulo, Samriddha ani Samarth Sikkim".
He further stated that the state government remains committed to prudent fiscal management while ensuring the effective implementation of development programmes for the overall progress and welfare of the people of the state.
The House thereafter passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the concerned departments under the Chief Minister's charge.
Subsequently, the General Budget for the financial year 2026–27, with a total expenditure of Rs 19,215 crore and a net expenditure of Rs 18,455 crore after accounting for recoveries, was voted on and passed by the House.
The Budget had been presented by the Chief Minister, who is also the Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department, on the opening day of the General Budget Session on July 20, 2026.
The House also passed the Sikkim Appropriation Bill, 2026 (Bill No. 09 of 2026) for the Annual General Budget 2026–27, introduced by Mr Prem Singh Tamang, Chief Minister and Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department.
The Bill was introduced pursuant to Clause (1) of Article 204 of the Constitution of India to provide for the appropriation from the Consolidated Fund of the State of Sikkim of the sums required to meet the expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund and the grants made by the Sikkim Legislative Assembly for the expenditure of the Government of Sikkim during the financial year 2026–27.
The Chief Minister, who is also the Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department, also presented the Medium Term Fiscal Plan for Sikkim 2026–27 to 2028–29 to the House.
Thereafter, the Chief Minister, who is also the Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department, presented the following Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) Reports to the House:
I. Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India on State Finances for the year 2024–25 (Report No. 1 of 2026)
II. Finance Accounts (Volumes I & II) for the year 2024–25
III. Appropriation Accounts for the year 2024–25
He also presented the Separate Audit Report on the Accounts of the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) for the years ended March 31, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 before the House.
Chairman of the Committee on Public Accounts, Mr Sonam Venchungpa, placed the 141st Report on the Comptroller and Auditor General of India for the year ended March 31, 2017, before the House.
Thereafter, Speaker Mr Mingma Norbu Sherpa announced the laying of the following reports before the House:
I. Annual Report of the Rural Development Department, Government of Sikkim, for the year 2025–26.
II. Annual Report of the Education Department, Government of Sikkim, for the year 2024–25.
III. Annual Report of the Cooperation Department, Government of Sikkim, for the years 2023–24 and 2024–25.
The Speaker also announced the laying of the Resume of the Second and Third Sessions of the Eleventh Sikkim Legislative Assembly.
In his closing remarks, Speaker Mr Mingma Norbu Sherpa said that the General Budget was dedicated to the welfare of the people of Sikkim and reflected the government's commitment to the development of the state and strengthening its infrastructure. He expressed confidence that the Budget would contribute to the overall progress and well-being of the people.
The Speaker expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister and Leader of the House, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, for his far-sighted vision and unwavering commitment to the development of the state. He said the Chief Minister's leadership continued to guide Sikkim's progress and development.
The Speaker also thanked Deputy Speaker Mrs Raj Kumari Thapa for her constant support and cooperation throughout the four-day Budget Session, which contributed to the smooth conduct of the proceedings.
Expressing his appreciation, the Speaker thanked the Chief Administrator-cum-Cabinet Secretary, Chief Secretary, DGP, Heads of Departments, Secretaries, officers, officials and the media fraternity for ensuring the successful completion of the Budget Session.
In his valedictory remarks, Chief Minister and Leader of the House, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, expressed gratitude for the successful completion of the four-day General Budget Session. He thanked Governor Mr Om Prakash Mathur for his presence on the first day of the Budget Session and for delivering his Address to the House.
The Chief Minister said that the Budget was dedicated to the welfare of the people and the overall development of Sikkim. Reaffirming the Government's commitment to inclusive and sustainable development, he said the administration would continue to generate employment opportunities, strengthen the state's economy, improve infrastructure and ensure the holistic development of the people of Sikkim.
Highlighting the importance of education, the Chief Minister said that education would remain the government's highest priority as it laid the foundation for the state's future and overall progress.
He further said that the government's vision was rooted in the aspirations of the people and driven by a commitment to inclusive development. He added that its policies and programmes were aimed at promoting sustainable growth and ensuring long-term benefits for the people of the state.
Expressing his appreciation, the Leader of the House thanked the SLA Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Ministers, Members of the Legislative Assembly, senior government officers, officials and the media fraternity for ensuring the successful completion of the Budget Session.
Concluding his address, he expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the NHPC Teesta Stage VI tunnel incident at Samardung in Namchi district.
Minister Mr Arun Kumar Upreti, along with MLAs, Ms Kala Rai, Mr Sonam Tshering Venchungpa and Mr Tenzing Norbu Lamtha, also participated in the valedictory session.
The General Budget Session 2026–27 of the Eleventh Assembly, Fourth Session (Part-II), concluded with the Speaker announcing the House adjourned sine die.
The Bill had been introduced by Minister-in-Charge of the Education Department, Mr Raju Basnet, on July 20, 2026.
Thereafter, the House took up the Separate Demands for Grants for the financial year 2026–27, which were presented by the Ministers-in-Charge of their respective departments.
Minister-in-Charge of the Roads & Bridges Department, Mr NB Dahal (Chettri), presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his department.
Replying to the suggestions and observations made by MLAs, Ms Kala Rai and Mr Aditya Golay, the Minister assured the House that the department remains committed to strengthening road infrastructure across the state.
He informed that necessary measures are being undertaken to address issues relating to road safety, maintenance and connectivity while ensuring timely execution of developmental works. Thereafter, the House passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the department.
Minister-in-Charge of the Education, Sports & Youth Affairs and Law & Parliamentary Affairs Departments, Mr Raju Basnet, presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his departments.
Replying to the suggestions made by MLA Mr Aditya Golay, the Minister welcomed the proposal for the development of Soreng Jautar Stadium and assured that it would be examined by the state government.
He also highlighted the various initiatives and provisions made in the General Budget for the advancement of education, sports, youth welfare and legal services, while reaffirming his department's commitment to effectively implementing the government's programmes for the overall development of the state. The House thereafter passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the concerned departments.
Minister-in-Charge of the Tourism & Civil Aviation, Commerce & Industries and Food Processing Industries Departments, Mr Tshering Thendup Bhutia, presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his departments.
Replying to the suggestions made by MLA Ms Kala Rai, the Minister said the Tourism Department would continue exploring measures to enhance tourist footfall and promote value addition to tourism products and services. He further informed that efforts are underway to develop suitable infrastructure for adventure tourism, including a dedicated paragliding site, while emphasising Sikkim's immense potential as a destination for adventure tourism.
Reiterating his departments' commitment to sustainable sectoral growth, the Minister assured that focused efforts would continue to strengthen tourism, commerce, industries and food processing in the State. Thereafter, the House passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the concerned departments.
Chief Minister Mr Prem Singh Tamang, who also holds the portfolios of Home, Finance, Planning & Development, Department of Personnel, Power, Excise, Land Revenue & Disaster Management, Transport, Information and Public Relations, Information Technology, Skill Development and other departments not allotted to other Ministers, presented the Separate Demands for Grants for his departments.
Responding to the views expressed by MLAs Ms Pamin Lepcha and Mr Aditya Golay, the Chief Minister expressed his gratitude for their valuable inputs and elaborated on the key initiatives proposed in the General Budget 2026–27.
He highlighted that the General Budget 2026–27 emphasizes strengthening infrastructure, improving public service delivery, enhancing employment and livelihood opportunities, empowering women and youth, promoting sustainable tourism and agriculture, and preserving Sikkim's unique cultural and environmental heritage.
He elaborated on the State Interest Subvention Scheme to enable eligible farmers to avail Kisan Credit Card crop loans at an effective interest rate of one per cent, the statewide HPV screening programme for women, operationalisation of Sikkim's first Renal Transplant Programme at STNM Hospital, commencement of the Sikkim Government Medical College with an annual intake of 100 MBBS students, strengthening of the "Mero Alaichi, Mero Dhan" mission, expansion of skill development and employment opportunities for women and youth, continued investments in infrastructure and digital governance, and measures aimed at improving public service delivery across the state.
The Chief Minister said these initiatives would contribute towards improving the quality of life of the people while advancing the vision of a "Sunaulo, Samriddha ani Samarth Sikkim".
He further stated that the state government remains committed to prudent fiscal management while ensuring the effective implementation of development programmes for the overall progress and welfare of the people of the state.
The House thereafter passed the Separate Demands for Grants for the concerned departments under the Chief Minister's charge.
Subsequently, the General Budget for the financial year 2026–27, with a total expenditure of Rs 19,215 crore and a net expenditure of Rs 18,455 crore after accounting for recoveries, was voted on and passed by the House.
The Budget had been presented by the Chief Minister, who is also the Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department, on the opening day of the General Budget Session on July 20, 2026.
The House also passed the Sikkim Appropriation Bill, 2026 (Bill No. 09 of 2026) for the Annual General Budget 2026–27, introduced by Mr Prem Singh Tamang, Chief Minister and Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department.
The Bill was introduced pursuant to Clause (1) of Article 204 of the Constitution of India to provide for the appropriation from the Consolidated Fund of the State of Sikkim of the sums required to meet the expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund and the grants made by the Sikkim Legislative Assembly for the expenditure of the Government of Sikkim during the financial year 2026–27.
The Chief Minister, who is also the Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department, also presented the Medium Term Fiscal Plan for Sikkim 2026–27 to 2028–29 to the House.
Thereafter, the Chief Minister, who is also the Minister-in-Charge of the Finance Department, presented the following Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) Reports to the House:
I. Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India on State Finances for the year 2024–25 (Report No. 1 of 2026)
II. Finance Accounts (Volumes I & II) for the year 2024–25
III. Appropriation Accounts for the year 2024–25
He also presented the Separate Audit Report on the Accounts of the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) for the years ended March 31, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 before the House.
Chairman of the Committee on Public Accounts, Mr Sonam Venchungpa, placed the 141st Report on the Comptroller and Auditor General of India for the year ended March 31, 2017, before the House.
Thereafter, Speaker Mr Mingma Norbu Sherpa announced the laying of the following reports before the House:
I. Annual Report of the Rural Development Department, Government of Sikkim, for the year 2025–26.
II. Annual Report of the Education Department, Government of Sikkim, for the year 2024–25.
III. Annual Report of the Cooperation Department, Government of Sikkim, for the years 2023–24 and 2024–25.
The Speaker also announced the laying of the Resume of the Second and Third Sessions of the Eleventh Sikkim Legislative Assembly.
In his closing remarks, Speaker Mr Mingma Norbu Sherpa said that the General Budget was dedicated to the welfare of the people of Sikkim and reflected the government's commitment to the development of the state and strengthening its infrastructure. He expressed confidence that the Budget would contribute to the overall progress and well-being of the people.
The Speaker expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister and Leader of the House, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, for his far-sighted vision and unwavering commitment to the development of the state. He said the Chief Minister's leadership continued to guide Sikkim's progress and development.
The Speaker also thanked Deputy Speaker Mrs Raj Kumari Thapa for her constant support and cooperation throughout the four-day Budget Session, which contributed to the smooth conduct of the proceedings.
Expressing his appreciation, the Speaker thanked the Chief Administrator-cum-Cabinet Secretary, Chief Secretary, DGP, Heads of Departments, Secretaries, officers, officials and the media fraternity for ensuring the successful completion of the Budget Session.
In his valedictory remarks, Chief Minister and Leader of the House, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, expressed gratitude for the successful completion of the four-day General Budget Session. He thanked Governor Mr Om Prakash Mathur for his presence on the first day of the Budget Session and for delivering his Address to the House.
The Chief Minister said that the Budget was dedicated to the welfare of the people and the overall development of Sikkim. Reaffirming the Government's commitment to inclusive and sustainable development, he said the administration would continue to generate employment opportunities, strengthen the state's economy, improve infrastructure and ensure the holistic development of the people of Sikkim.
Highlighting the importance of education, the Chief Minister said that education would remain the government's highest priority as it laid the foundation for the state's future and overall progress.
He further said that the government's vision was rooted in the aspirations of the people and driven by a commitment to inclusive development. He added that its policies and programmes were aimed at promoting sustainable growth and ensuring long-term benefits for the people of the state.
Expressing his appreciation, the Leader of the House thanked the SLA Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Ministers, Members of the Legislative Assembly, senior government officers, officials and the media fraternity for ensuring the successful completion of the Budget Session.
Concluding his address, he expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the NHPC Teesta Stage VI tunnel incident at Samardung in Namchi district.
Minister Mr Arun Kumar Upreti, along with MLAs, Ms Kala Rai, Mr Sonam Tshering Venchungpa and Mr Tenzing Norbu Lamtha, also participated in the valedictory session.
The General Budget Session 2026–27 of the Eleventh Assembly, Fourth Session (Part-II), concluded with the Speaker announcing the House adjourned sine die.
