Tashi Tshering (Sikkimese politician)
Tashi Tshering was the first Chief Minister in erstwhile Kingdom of Sikkim from 8 May 1949 to 6 June 1949. He was from Sikkim State Congress.[1][2][3]
Tashi Tshering | |
|---|---|
| Chief Minister of Kingdom of Sikkim | |
| In office 8 May 1949 – 6 June 1949 | |
| Preceded by | New office |
| Succeeded by | Harishwar Dayal |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Sikkim State Congress |
In 1949, Sikkim State Congress led a statewide agitation for democracy leading to formation of Sikkim's first interim government led by Chief Minister Tashi Tshering and his popular ministry. However the government was dismissed within 29 days.
References
- AC Sinha. "Chapter 8: Sikkim" (PDF).
- Chavan, Akshay (May 16, 2021). "How Sikkim Became a Part of India". www.livehistoryindia.com.
- AC Sinha. "Chapter 8: Sikkim" (PDF).
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