JN Road villagers thank Rajya Sabha MP for taking up their issues in Parliament

GANGTOK, : The public of Gnathang and Kyangnosla GPU, JN Road led by their panchayats called on Rajya Sabha MP DT Lepcha at his residence here at Lumsey. They expressed their gratitude to the Rajya Sabha MP for continuously raising the crucial demand for justice to the inhabitants or JN Road, Sikkim in the Parliament.

The JN Road encompasses villages extending from 3rd Mile to Dzuluk, a press release informs.

The delegation applauded the Rajya Sabha MP’s efforts in voicing the contributions of the people of JN Road who are the descendants of those who sacrificed their lives in service to the nation on the sacred soil of Indo-Tibetan Border or JN Road and proudly carries forward the legacy of their ancestors’ stories, the release states. The descendants now have been contributing immensely to the national defence, State's economy and enhancing the global reputation ofSikkim.

The Rajya Sabha MP has been emphasizing the urgent need to grant them justice through permanent settlement rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006, or any other appropriate framework that would not only honour the sacrifices and contributions of these residents but also strengthen India’s defence presence in the region, especially in light of the growing infrastructure developments across the border.

During the meeting, Lepcha informed the public about various initiatives undertaken by the MP’s office and urged the public to act as responsible citizens and oblige to their fundamental duties, the release mentions.

Panchayat president Pema Sherpa gave a brief on the works presently in progress in the GPU along with the Vibrant Village Initiatives and the recent visit of the Governor to the GPU.

After carefully listening to the people's voice, the Rajya Sabha MP assured them of regular follow-ups on the issue and a positive solution in days to come, the release mentions.