Bishnu Thapa: Scavengers Darjeeling, Local Environment Champion
Bishnu Thapa, a teacher by profession and an environmentalist by nature, is on a mission to rejuvenate the natural springs and streams of Darjeeling. A…
The Faces In Our Midst
Prativa Pradhan, 104-Years-Old Lady who has Voted in every Election
Pradhan, who will be turning 105 this November, has been serious about voting, her family members informed that she has not missed a single vote ever since she was 18 years. She has been very enthusiastic about the election, changes, and developments.
Premmala Alay: Scavengers Darjeeling, Local Environment Champion
Premmala Allay runs a Montessori system private school in Darjeeling, a town known for its schools and high academic standards. She started the Darjeeling Montessori…
Utsow Pradhan: Scavengers Darjeeling Local Environment Champion
A former Product Head at an E-Learning company, Utsow Pradhan from Kurseong left a promising corporate career to find his true calling in permaculture farming….
Lekhraj Dewan – A hidden genius
At 67, Lekhraj Dewan of Mangerjung, Nagari Tea Estate has more energy than most of us would have at 17. He is a social worker with an extraordinary sharp mind. An innovator whose hands-on approach to problem serving has made life easier for many. This is his story.
Portrait of an Artist: Benoy Rai
Benoy Rai, a Darjeeling based musician, has recently released his new solo album “Can’t Lose the Blues”. A hardcore music enthusiast, and a seasoned artist, Benoy has been a part of the music revolution in Darjeeling that saw the rise of Band Culture.
When Even Crutch Failed – Music Held His Heart
“A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” – Christopher Reeve Dawa Tamang…
Dr. Samar Sinha – Author of the new book “Indian Sign Language: An Analysis of its Grammar”
TheDC team takes pride in Gorkhas who have managed to carve a niche for themselves. Our sons and daughters have always excelled in many fields, and a field that we have always been proud of is academics. One such name that stands out in the field of academics is Dr. Samar Sinha. A well-known name in the field of academics and research, Dr. Sinha completed his schooling from Central School for Tibetans, Kalimpong and is a resident of Rangbull, Darjeeling.
Bebaychna Charting Her Own Course
We have always had stories to tell you. However, the best part of our work is when we can bring to you stories of ordinary…
Talented Mr. Lakandry – His Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Models are Collectors Items
Mr Anurag Lakandry from Tindharey is one of those rare people who get to live their dream. He loves our beloved toy train and he…