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Sikkim: Administration lays down safety norms for Borong Hot Springs tourism season

Gangtok, Nov 6 (UNI) The Sub-Divisional Administration of Ravangla has emphasised safety, cleanliness and environmental protection at Borong Hot Springs in Sikkim's Namchi district ahead of the 2026–27 tourism season, directing the management committee and other stakeholders to ensure proper facilities and maintain hygiene at the popular tourist destination.
The directions were issued during a meeting-cum-inspection held at Borong Hot Springs on November 5 under the chairmanship of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Ravangla. The meeting was attended by representatives of various line departments, the local panchayat, members of the management committee, owners of deras and canteens, and local residents.
Borong Hot Springs, located in the picturesque Borong area, attracts tourists and visitors throughout the year. The natural hot spring is also frequented by people who believe that its waters have therapeutic and medicinal properties, adding to its traditional significance.
The administration has directed the management committee and stakeholders to ensure proper segregation and disposal of solid waste, regular sanitation of the entire premises, hygienic toilet facilities and the availability of safe drinking water. Adequate fire-safety measures and disaster preparedness have also been made mandatory.
The directions include maintaining sufficient distance between huts, installing at least six fire extinguishers and keeping buckets filled with sand and water at every dera. Coordination with the police has also been emphasised to maintain law and order and ensure the safety of visitors.
Washing clothes in the river, dumping waste into the water, using sound or music systems and slaughtering animals within the premises have been strictly prohibited.
The concerned departments will provide technical assistance and monitor compliance with the prescribed measures.
The Sub-Divisional Administration has appealed to local residents, tourism stakeholders and visitors to cooperate in maintaining Borong Hot Springs as a clean, safe and environmentally sustainable tourist destination.
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