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).