State Funeral Announced On Last Rites Of Padma Shri Awardee Sanu Lama

State Funeral Announced On Last Rites Of Padma Shri Awardee Sanu Lama
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The Government of Sikkim has announced with deep sorrow the passing away of Padma Shri awardee Shri Gadul Singh Lama, also known as Sanu Lama. He died on Saturday, 12th July 2025, in Siliguri.

According to an official circular, the state government has declared that the last rites of the late Sanu Lama will be held on Friday, 18th July 2025, with full state honours.

The government has also permitted employees of the state government and its public sector undertakings to pay their last respects to the departed soul on the day of the funeral. However, employees will need to take prior permission from the heads of their departments or offices.