Overview
- A Home Department circular on November 3 announced that the observance takes effect immediately.
- The directive covers all state government departments as well as PSUs and banks operating under the state government.
- Officers and staff are encouraged to wear traditional attire every Thursday that reflects Sikkim’s diverse communities.
- The circular presents the effort as a cultural promotion measure that encourages participation.
- News of the policy was reported via a PTI feed and carried by national outlets.