North Sikkim
State: Sikkim (SK) Statehood: 16 May 1975 10147 Views
North Sikkim is a district located in the state of Sikkim, India. It is situated in the northern part of the state and shares borders with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north. The district is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, including snow-capped mountains, picturesque valleys, and pristine lakes.
North Sikkim is home to several popular tourist destinations, such as the famous Gurudongmar Lake, which is one of the highest lakes in the world and remains frozen for most of the year. The district also boasts other stunning lakes like the Cholamu Lake and the Green Lake.
List of Chief Ministers of Sikkim
| S.No. | Chief Minister Name | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazi Lhendup Dorjee | 16 May 1974 to 17 August 1979 |
| 2 | *President Rule* | 18 August 1979 to 17 October 1979 |
| 3 | Nar Bahadur Bhandari | 18 October 1979 to 11 May 1984 |
| 4 | Bhim Bahadur Gurung | 11 May 1984 to 25 May 1984 |
| 5 | *President Rule* | 25 May 1984 to 8 March 1985 |
| 6 | Nar Bahadur Bhandari | 8 March 1985 to 25 November 1989 |
| 7 | Nar Bahadur Bhandari | 26 November 1989 to 17 May 1994 |
| 8 | Sanchaman Limboo | 18 May 1994 to 12 December 1994 |
| 9 | Pawan Kumar Chamling | 13 December 1994 to 10 October 1999 |
| 10 | Pawan Kumar Chamling | 11 October 1999 to 21 May 2004 |
| 11 | Pawan Kumar Chamling | 21 May 2004 to 20 May 2009 |
| 12 | Pawan Kumar Chamling | 20 May 2009 to 21 May 2014 |
| 13 | Pawan Kumar Chamling | 21 May 2014 to 27 May 2019 |
| 14 | Prem Singh Tamang | 28 May 2019 to Incumbent |