Archive · 26 Dec 2025
Khangchendzonga Winter Tourism Festival Begins in Pelling
The Khangchendzonga Winter Tourism Festival 2025 started on Thursday in Pelling, Sikkim.
It is a big event to show off Sikkim’s culture and to attract tourists in the winter.
The festival is organized by the Pelling Tourism Development Association with help from the local government.
An important person, Bhim Hang Limboo, who is a minister in Sikkim, was there to support the event.
There are many activities, like a Futsal Tournament and traditional dances from different communities in Sikkim.
There is also a special run called the Gratitude Run planned for December 28, which will go from Pelling to Yambung Chowri.
This run is to promote fitness, thankfulness, and eco-friendly practices.
The festival is all about celebrating Sikkim’s culture and bringing people together.
The Khangchendzonga Winter Tourism Festival 2025 began on Thursday at Pelling Ground in Gyalshing district, Sikkim.
The festival aims to promote winter tourism and showcase Sikkim’s rich cultural heritage, traditional values, and community spirit.
Organized by the Pelling Tourism Development Association (PTDA) with support from the Gyalshing district administration and local organizations.
Bhim Hang Limboo, Minister for Buildings and Housing and Labour Departments, Government of Sikkim, is the chief patron of the festival.
The festival includes various activities such as a Futsal Tournament, traditional cultural performances, and the upcoming Gratitude Run scheduled for 28 December.
- Who
- Organized by Pelling Tourism Development Association (PTDA) with support from Gyalshing district administration and local organizations. Chief patron is Bhim Hang Limboo, Minister for Buildings and Housing and Labour Departments, Government of Sikkim.
- What
- Khangchendzonga Winter Tourism Festival 2025, promoting winter tourism and showcasing Sikkim’s cultural heritage.
- When
- Commenced on Thursday (specific date not mentioned).
- Where
- Pelling Ground in Gyalshing district, Sikkim.
- Why
- To promote winter tourism, showcase Sikkim’s rich cultural heritage, traditional values, and strong community spirit.
- Festival Name
- Khangchendzonga Winter Tourism Festival 2025
- Location
- Pelling Ground, Gyalshing district, Sikkim
- Organizers
- Pelling Tourism Development Association (PTDA), Gyalshing district administration, and local organizations
- Chief Patron
- Bhim Hang Limboo, Minister for Buildings and Housing and Labour Departments, Government of Sikkim
- Key Event
- Gratitude Run scheduled for 28 December, from Pelling to Yambung Chowri
- Sports Event
- Futsal Tournament with three matches played on the first day
- Cultural Performances
- Traditional dances of Nepali, Bhutia, Lepcha, and Limboo communities