About Soreng-Chakung Constituency

Soreng-Chakung is one of the 32 assembly constituencies of Sikkim state of India. The place is located in the West Sikkim district of the north-east Indian state of Sikkim.

It is known for its largest production of vegetables, oranges and flowers. The inhabitants are mostly dependent on agriculture, floriculture and tourism for their livelihood and are mostly Nepali. The majority of the community follow Hinduism and Buddhism while the rest are Christians.

It is about 45 kilometres (28 mi) by road from Darjeeling and 102 kilometres (63 mi) from the capital Gangtok. The region is an Ecotourism spot, and thousands of people visit every year. It is close to Daramdin.

The area's major attractions are its landscapes, fisheries, views of Mount Kangchenjunga, flora and fauna, and white river rafting on the Teesta river.

Currently, the M.L.A of Soreng is Aditya Golay Tamang (Sikkim Krantikari Morcha).