Press Release
Press Release From The Office Of The Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Ravangla
Information & Public Relations Department
BORONG HOT SPRINGS: SUB-DIVISIONAL ADMINISTRATION EMPHASISES SAFE, CLEAN AND SUSTAINABLE TOURISM FOR THE 2026–27 SEASON
Namchi, 6 November: Borong Hot Springs, situated in the picturesque Borong area of Namchi District, is an important tourist attraction of the region. Besides attracting tourists and visitors, the hot springs are also frequented by people who visit with the belief that the natural hot spring waters possess therapeutic and medicinal properties, making the destination significant for both tourism and traditional healing practices.
Following the arrangements and decisions undertaken in previous years, a meeting-cum-inspection of Borong Hot Springs was held on 5th November 2026 under the chairmanship of Shri B. B. Tamang, BDO, Ravangla. The meeting was attended by Shri Rinzing Wangyal Bhutia, Revenue Officer, Ravangla; Shri Nishant Karma Yohzone, ACF (Territorial), Forest Department; Shri Surya Sharma, SFO, Fire and Emergency Services; Shri Sonam Denzongpa, Officer-in-Charge, Excise Department; a Junior Engineer from the Power Department; Shri D. B. Pradhan, representative of Ravangla Police Station; Ms. Priya Sharma, PI (PRI), BAC, Ravangla; Smt. Chandra Kala Subba, Hon’ble Ward Panchayat, Lower Borong, along with members of the Management Committee, Dera/canteen owners and residents.
During the meeting, the Sub-Divisional Administration, Ravangla, issued clear directions to the Management Committee and all stakeholders to strictly ensure proper solid waste segregation and disposal, regular sanitation and cleanliness of the entire premises, maintenance of hygienic toilet facilities, availability of safe drinking water, adequate fire-safety arrangements, disaster preparedness and emergency response measures, and effective coordination with the Police Department for maintaining law and order. Adequate spacing between huts, installation of at least six fire extinguishers and provision of buckets filled with sand and water at each Dera were also emphasised. Washing of clothes in the river, discharge of waste into the river, use of sound/music systems and slaughtering of animals within the premises shall remain strictly prohibited.
The concerned line departments will extend necessary technical guidance and support and monitor compliance within their respective jurisdictions. The Management Committee, Dera/canteen owners and all stakeholders have been directed to implement the instructions in letter and spirit.
The Sub-Divisional Administration appeals to all stakeholders, residents and visitors to extend their cooperation in preserving Borong Hot Springs as a clean, safe, well-maintained and environmentally sustainable tourist destination, safeguarding its natural beauty and traditional significance for present and future generations.
Namchi, 6 November: Borong Hot Springs, situated in the picturesque Borong area of Namchi District, is an important tourist attraction of the region. Besides attracting tourists and visitors, the hot springs are also frequented by people who visit with the belief that the natural hot spring waters possess therapeutic and medicinal properties, making the destination significant for both tourism and traditional healing practices.
Following the arrangements and decisions undertaken in previous years, a meeting-cum-inspection of Borong Hot Springs was held on 5th November 2026 under the chairmanship of Shri B. B. Tamang, BDO, Ravangla. The meeting was attended by Shri Rinzing Wangyal Bhutia, Revenue Officer, Ravangla; Shri Nishant Karma Yohzone, ACF (Territorial), Forest Department; Shri Surya Sharma, SFO, Fire and Emergency Services; Shri Sonam Denzongpa, Officer-in-Charge, Excise Department; a Junior Engineer from the Power Department; Shri D. B. Pradhan, representative of Ravangla Police Station; Ms. Priya Sharma, PI (PRI), BAC, Ravangla; Smt. Chandra Kala Subba, Hon’ble Ward Panchayat, Lower Borong, along with members of the Management Committee, Dera/canteen owners and residents.
During the meeting, the Sub-Divisional Administration, Ravangla, issued clear directions to the Management Committee and all stakeholders to strictly ensure proper solid waste segregation and disposal, regular sanitation and cleanliness of the entire premises, maintenance of hygienic toilet facilities, availability of safe drinking water, adequate fire-safety arrangements, disaster preparedness and emergency response measures, and effective coordination with the Police Department for maintaining law and order. Adequate spacing between huts, installation of at least six fire extinguishers and provision of buckets filled with sand and water at each Dera were also emphasised. Washing of clothes in the river, discharge of waste into the river, use of sound/music systems and slaughtering of animals within the premises shall remain strictly prohibited.
The concerned line departments will extend necessary technical guidance and support and monitor compliance within their respective jurisdictions. The Management Committee, Dera/canteen owners and all stakeholders have been directed to implement the instructions in letter and spirit.
The Sub-Divisional Administration appeals to all stakeholders, residents and visitors to extend their cooperation in preserving Borong Hot Springs as a clean, safe, well-maintained and environmentally sustainable tourist destination, safeguarding its natural beauty and traditional significance for present and future generations.
