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KKRSS met tribal minister Jual Oram at Delhi

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Kirati Khambu Rai Sanskritik Sansthan Delhi NCR unit lead by the newly elected convener of Delhi NCR unit Sachin Bantawa Rai met the Tribal minister Jual Oram today in his office. The team, who were there thanked the tribal minister for helping the Khambu community along with the 10 other communities of Darjeeling in their demand for the tribal status. KKRSS Delhi NCR Unit was formed on 8th June 2015 in the meeting attended by Central Committee General Secretary Binita Khambu Rai, Central Committee members Prof Jog Chamling Rai and Shankamani Rai in Hauz Khas New Delhi.

KKRSS met tribal minister Jual Oram at Delhi

Bantawa said they had a positive talk with the tribal minister. He also stated as per the discussion on 8th June with General secretary Binita Khambu Rai , the main reason behind the formation of KKRSS DELHI NCR unit was to make the demand for schedule tribe status stronger . There are many Khambus in Delhi and North India and we can bring them together to spread awareness about our culture, rituals and languages.

The other main reason behind the formation of KKRSS Delhi unit is Delhi being the heart and soul of India many Khambu students go to Delhi for further studies, many youths decide to try their luck with employment in Delhi. When they come for the first time they face many difficulties hence this KKRSS Delhi NCR unit will be helping any people from our community coming in from Darjeeling, Sikkim or any part of India. Also many people come in for their treatment in Delhi and at such point our unit will be helping them in every possible way .This unit is not just for the Khambus but for any community coming from the hills and who require help.
By Prashant Acharya

Source : http://www.khabartaja24.com/

First statue of Yalambar of Kirati community unveiled in Mirik

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tribal news

The first statue of Yalambar of Kirati community was unveiled on Sunday at Mirik on the occasion of Sakela. The massive statue was laid by the Kirat Khambu Rai Sanskritik Sansthan of Mirik Unit at the Mirik Lake Kirateshwar temple complex. With the demand of Tribal status for the Kirati community the organization is highlighting their primitive culture and tradition. Today a large rally was organized at Mirik, where Kiratis showcased their traditional culture wearing own outfits, traditional instruments and much more.

First statue of Yalambar of Kirati community laid down in Mirik

Students and other members of the community took part in the rally holding placards demanding tribal status for the socio-economic development of the community.The community members also celebrated their traditional ‘Udhauli’ festival where thousands of Kiratis from Darjeeling hills, Terai, Dooars and Sikkim participated in the cultural programme.

Sakela Udhwali celebrated in Assam with festive fervour

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tribal news

Margheritha, Tinsukia 15th Dec 2015: Sakela Udhawli the harvest festival of Khambus was celebrated at Pawai Bongoan, Ketetong near Margheritha in Tinsukia Assam organised by Kirat Rai Mahasabha, Assam supported by Gorkha civil society organisations of the region. The daylong festival began with offering prayers to ancestors and deity followed by Silli group dances. Khambu youths performed rituals in presence of Mangpa and offered prayers to Paruhaang and Sumnima for well being of the society.

Sakela Udhwali celebrated in Assam

Several thousand Khambus being nature worshippers assembled to celebrate the he Sakela which is celebration is a prayer to Mother Nature for healthy crops and protection from natural calamities. Therefore, the festival is also known as "Bhumi Puja". Sakela Udhauli is celebrated in the monrth of Novermber and December suitably after a full moon day which is harvest season, as a part giving thanks to nature for providing them a good harvest.

Khambu Rai cultural attire

The open session of the daylong celebration was presided by Siddhiman Thulung while Deo Kumar Rai addressed the Khambus as Key Note Speaker where he spoke at length about Kirat Khambu Rai culture and traditions. Abhijeet Khambu Rai elected General Secretary of Kirat Rai Mahasabha, Assam (KRM,A) informed the gathering about the mission, vision and current focus of the organisation and its structure. Convenor of the North East Kirat Rai Sanskritik Sansthan and Central Executive Member of All Assam Gorkha Students Union (AAGSU) Nanda Kirati Dewan graced the occasion as Guest of Honour and said,’The formation of Kirati Rai Mahasabha, Assam and its maiden Sakela celebrations here is a testimony of amalgamation of Khambus in an organisation to research, study and follow and most importantly preserve its culture and tradition. The celebrations today is proof of Kirati are indigenous and Sons of the Soil in Assam since time immemorial and deserving Scheduled Tribe of the country.’

Khambu people Dancing in the tribal tune in Sakela Udhwali celebrated in Assam

‘Development and uplifment of tribes of Assam like Khambu, Limbu, Tamang, Mangar, Gurung etc. will definitely strengthen the AAGSU ‘, Dewan added calling it Gorkha in Assam today is not just a tribe or caste but it is a composite society a community. He further stressed that Khambus of Assam should join the national demands of inclusion Khambus of country in central Scheduled Tribe list under article 342 of the Indian Constitution.
Prem Sampang elected president of KRM,A , Former President of Assam Kirat Sammelan Pradip Limboo, Senior Advocate Rajesh Rai, Literaturer Shanta Bahadur Dewan, Sol Bahadur Loh were some of the invited guests who spoke on the occasion. The cultural evening attraction was kid celebrity singer of the region Nandita Rai and dance performance by Sakela Silli Dance group lead by Rahul Lamsong Rai. Guest Artist s Parashmani Rai of Zee Bangla famed Sa Re Ga Ma fame from Darjeeling performed in the evening.

Source : Nanda Kirati Dewan

Aparajita Rai First Gorkha Female IPS Officer of Sikkim.

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Sikkim

Aparajita Rai , 28 years old girl, have become the First Gorkha Female IPS Officer of Sikkim. She has not only done the Gorkhas of Sikkim proud but also to the Kirat Khambu Rai Community and to the whole Indian Gorkha Community. She is now posted in Hoogly in West Bengal.

Aparajita Rai the First Gorkha Female IPS Officer of Sikkim.

Daughter of late Gyanendra Rai and Roma Rai, Aparajita Rai, had cracked UPSC Examinations in both 2011 and 2012. She ranked 358 in UPSC 2012 Examinations and was allocated IPS cadre.

During the course of her training she won many awards, which highlight her ability. In all she won the prestigious trophies such as 1) 1958 Batch IPS officers' Trophy for the best Lady Outdoor Probationer. 2) Shri Umesh Chandra Trophy for Field Combat. 3) The 55th Batch of Senior Course Officers Trophy for Best Turn Out and 4) West Bengal Govt Trophy for Bengali.

Education

She did her nursery to UKG from the Holy Cross Montessori School, and studied from class-I to III at St Thomas School. She went on to complete her ISC from Tashi Namgyal Academy as a topper, where she was awarded the Founders Medal for best all rounder student in 2004. She was the state topper in the ISC board exams 2004 with 95% aggregate marks [best of 3]. She belonged to the commerce stream

She graduated in law in 2009. BA LLB (Hons) from the WB National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata with gold medals in Jurisprudence and Public International Law. She appeared for CSE in 2010 where she secured the 768 rank out of 920 in her first attempt itself.

Achievements
She is the School topper (TNA ISC) 95%, recipient of the Best girl all rounder Shrimati Ratna Pradhan Memorial Trophy in TNA (Tashi Namgyal Academy) in Gangtok,Sikkim. She is the Gold medalist from National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata in both Jurisprudence and Public Administration. A 28 year old Aparajita Rai is now the First Female IPS Officer of Sikkim.

Aparajita is not just about studies though. She loves to play guitar and has won many intra and inter university competitions in art and western music.

With inputs from Sikkim Messenger / sikkimnow

Bishal Khambu Rai died due to 'Scrub Typhus.'

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Kurseong: Bishal Khambu Rai,General Secretary of KKRSS Central Committee and one of the eminent Khambu Rights Movement youth leader,a social worker and a teacher, died On 25th September evening at around 5:30 due to Scrub Typhus. It was learnt that four days ago he had been admitted at a nursing home in Siliguri due to severe headache and sickness. Only yesterday he was shifted to another nursing home in the ICU unit.

Bishal Khambu Rai died due to 'Scrub Typhus.'

The cause of the death of 36 years old youth leader has been said to be a bite by a microscopic insect which is also called Scrub Typhus. The insect is said to be found among mice.

Rickettsia tsutsugamushi, a tiny parasite

What Is Scrub Typhus?Scrub typhus is an infectious disease that is transmitted to humans from field mice and rats through the bite of mites that live on the animals. The main symptoms of the disease are fever, a wound at the site of the bite, a spotted rash on the trunk, and swelling of the lymph glands.

Scrub typhus is caused by Rickettsia tsutsugamushi, a tiny parasite about the size of bacteria that belongs to the family Rickettsiaceae. Under the microscope, rickettsiae are either rod-like (bacilli) or spherical (cocci) in shape. Because they are intracellular parasites, they can live only within the cells of other animals.

Scrub Typhus in the hills
So far this year alone, 16 cases of "Scrub Typhus" have been reported from Mirik Hospital. Other such cases have been reported from various hospitals and clinics all over Darjeeling, Kurseong and Kalimpong.

If this disease is ignored for long, then it can cause death.

Hill organizations and individuals including the GJMM and the GTA chief, Bimal Gurung has also paid condolence and expressed grief following the sudden demise youth leader Bishal Rai.

Gorkhas in Delhi Celebrate Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary

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Gorkhas in Delhi Celebrate 70th Martyrs Day of the First Indian Gorkha Martyr Major Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary by Donating Blood

Delhi residents including residents from Delhi NCR, social organizations like Kirat Khambu Rai, Delhi Gorkhas Forum, Gorkhas Students union, Gorkhas 'ARNOVA, Women Federation and representatives from political groups - GJMM and CPRM all joined hands to remember the Saheed Durga Malla the first Indian Gorkha Freedom Fighter who was kept in the prison at Red Fort, New Delhi as a prisoner of war. He was prosecuted by military court under section 41 of the Indian Army Law and section 121 of the Indian Penal Code. He was given death sentence by the Court Martial, the court of trial before which he was tried at Red Fort.

Some of the Photos Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary in Delhi

Photos Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary in Delh by Gorkhas

Blood Donation Camp on Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary in Delhi

Blood Donation Camp on Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary in Delhi Photos

Blood Donation Camp on Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary in Delhi by Gorkhas in Delhi

Blood Donation Camp on Saheed Durga Malla's Death Anniversary in Delhi

All India Kirati Khambu Rai Association Delhi

[Pics and report: Bishan Rai for TheDC]

Brif Pre-history of Khambu Rai

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Kirat Khambu Rai

A piece of basic pre-history of Khambu Rai by Kiran Khambu Rai

The Khambu Rais or Rais are one of the most ancient indigenous Ethnolinguistic groups of Nepal, the Indian State of Sikkim and Darjeeling Hills. They were Raipa meaning king (Rai means King in old Khas kura). Once someone was recognized as a ruler, Hindus awarded them the title Rai.

Pre-history of Khambu Rai

When the Nepalese Gorkha king Prithvi Narayan Shah couldn't defeat Khambu king, he somehow took them in confidence that the land is theirs forever and gave them the title Rai in around B.S. 1832 . The title of Rai instead khambu kirant people who used to live in wallo kirant and majh kirant for particular reason.

The Rai are the Khambu (people living in Mud Hut). Then the post Rai was provided to the topmost leaders of the region. They were given the power to collect land tax.That's why sometimes Rai people are called jimmi or jimmi-wal. The Rai belong to the Kirati group or the Kirat confederation that includes Limbu, Sunuwar, Yakkha and Dhimal ethnic groups.