Sikkim is expanding its initiative to attract remote workers by planning a second digital nomad village in Gumpa Dara, Soreng district, following the success of India’s first such village in Yakten, Pakyong district, launched earlier this year. Officials confirmed this development during a review meeting held on September 5 at the Soreng District Administrative Centre, chaired by Additional District Collector D.R. Bista. This effort is part of the state’s ‘Nomad Sikkim’ program, which aims to integrate tourism, digital connectivity, and sustainable local development.
The Yakten model, created through a partnership between the Pakyong district administration and the NGO Sarvahitey, has begun attracting digital professionals from across India. The village provides high-speed Wi-Fi, eco-friendly infrastructure, and upgraded homestays, enabling visitors to work remotely while engaging in local village life and contributing to the economy.
The forthcoming Gumpa Dara village is set to enhance this initiative with co-working spaces, reliable internet access, eco-friendly pathways, and community-led cultural activities. Bista highlighted Soreng’s appealing features, including stunning views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, scenic trekking trails, monasteries, and a vibrant homestay culture, which are likely to attract both remote workers and tourists.
“This project will not only diversify the local economy but also create jobs and strengthen sustainable tourism,” Bista remarked. Anula Gurung, general manager of the District Information Centre, assured support through the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) to benefit local entrepreneurs. Various departments, banks, and local organizations also expressed their commitment to collaborating on this initiative.
With Yakten already operational, the upcoming Gumpa Dara digital nomad village is poised to further Sikkim’s vision of eco-friendly, inclusive, and digitally connected growth.
Original Source: https://www.indiatodayne.in/sikkim/story/sikkim-to-set-up-second-digital-nomad-village-at-sorengs-gumpa-dara-1273271-2025-09-06?utm_source=rssfeed
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Publish Date: 2025-09-06 11:36:00
