{"id":31,"date":"2017-05-06T05:28:54","date_gmt":"2017-05-06T05:28:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:3333\/tadong_proj\/?page_id=31"},"modified":"2025-07-18T13:15:51","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T13:15:51","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\/?page_id=31","title":{"rendered":""},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- Header Section -->\n        <header style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 30px; padding-bottom: 20px; border-bottom: 2px solid #4CAF50;\">\n            <!-- Placeholder for College Logo\/Crest -->\n            \n            <h1 style=\"color: #4CAF50; font-size: 2.5em; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Nar Bahadur Bhandari Government College<\/h1>\n            <p style=\"font-size: 1.2em; color: #555;\">Estd. 1977 | Wisdom Through Knowledge<\/p>\n            <p style=\"font-size: 1em; color: #777;\">Recognized under 2F &#038; 12B OF UGC act, 1956 | Affiliated to Sikkim University | NAAC Accredited B++<\/p>\n        <\/header>\n\n        <!-- About Us Content - College Profile -->\n        <section style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n            <h2 style=\"color: #4CAF50; font-size: 1.8em; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">College Profile<\/h2>\n\n            <div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: space-between; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n                <div style=\"width: 32%; padding: 15px; box-sizing: border-box; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n                    <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Vision<\/h3>\n                    <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">To prepare human resource having skilled hands, learned mind and a kind heart.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div style=\"width: 32%; padding: 15px; box-sizing: border-box; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n                    <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Mission<\/h3>\n                    <ul style=\"list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n                        <li>To provide instructional and research facilities in such branches of learning as it may deem fit and to instill scientific zeal and develop skilled human resource.<\/li>\n                        <li>To sensitize students to improve socio-economic concerns, intellectual, academic and cultural developments, human rights, gender and environmental issues.<\/li>\n                        <li>To facilitate young learners with opportunities to hone their ethics and leadership potential.<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div style=\"width: 32%; padding: 15px; box-sizing: border-box; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n                    <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Values<\/h3>\n                    <ul style=\"list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n                        <li>Academic integrity and accountability.<\/li>\n                        <li>Respect and tolerance for the views of every individual.<\/li>\n                        <li>Attention to issues of national relevance as well as of global concern. Breadth of understanding, including knowledge of the human sciences.<\/li>\n                        <li>Appreciation of intellectual excellence and creativity.<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 25px;\">About the College<\/h3>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">Nar Bahadur Bhandari Government College was established in 1977 in the capital of Sikkim, Gangtok. It acquired 12B and 2F status in 1980 and 1982 respectively. The institution received a Grade B in its first National Assessment and Accreditation Council cycle in 2016. The College has received a Grade B++ accreditation in the NAAC cycle. It also ranked between 151-200 tier in the National Institute of Ranking Framework in 2018. The institution annually witnesses one of the highest enrollments of students in the state. It also caters to providing quality higher education for students in the surrounding regions.<\/p>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">The college hosts twenty-three Undergraduate courses and eight Postgraduate courses ranging from various disciplines of Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, and Vocational Studies. The college, over the years, has gradually built an infrastructure that boasts of a language lab, science labs, and Software Development Lab. Nar Bahadur Bhandari Government college also tries to have an inclusive campus infrastructure for differently-abled students. Mindful of the sports acumen of the students in the region, the college has a playground, volleyball and basketball courts and even a gymnasium with an indoor badminton court. The college also has three fully functional hostels and, on the college, also tries to maintain a well-stocked Library covering the subject matter taught in the college. The library is fully-automated using Integrated Library Management System through SOUL 2.0 Library Management Software. Currently, there are 119 teaching faculties in different departments in the college Government college strives towards maintaining the student-teacher ratio as per the University Grants Commission guidelines. There are around 65 non-teaching staff working in various capacities who help in the smooth administrative functioning of the college.<\/p>\n\n            <!-- Placeholder for Campus Image -->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5.png\" alt=\"College Campus Overview\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\">\n            \n        <\/section>\n\n        <!-- Facilities Section (Expanded from Prospectus) -->\n        <section style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n            <h2 style=\"color: #4CAF50; font-size: 1.8em; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Facilities<\/h2>\n\n            <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 25px;\">Library<\/h3>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">The College library has over 22,000 books, reference materials, magazines, national\/international periodicals, bulletins, and 20 computers for e-journals. Separate seating is available for students and staff. Internet with INFLIBNET access is provided for e-books and JSTOR.<\/p>\n            <!-- Placeholder for Library Image -->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-04-02-at-8.12.12-PM-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Central Library\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\">\n\n            <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 25px;\">Residential Facilities<\/h3>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">The college has separate hostels for boys and girls located within the campus. Accommodation is limited to 120 boys and 60 girls. Priority is given to students from remote areas of Sikkim. Misconduct in the hostel may result in disciplinary action, including expulsion.<\/p>\n            <!-- Placeholder for Hostel Image -->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-03-21-at-9.38.53-AM.jpeg\" alt=\"Boys Hostel\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\">\n\n            <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 25px;\">Transport<\/h3>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">Two college buses run between the campus and the SNT bus stand throughout the day. Tickets must be purchased for each trip. The service provides safe and reliable transportation for students, especially those living in far-flung areas of Gangtok. The schedule aligns with academic hours and major campus events.<\/p>\n            <!-- Placeholder for College Bus Image -->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-03-20-at-2.11.58-PM.jpeg\" alt=\"College Bus\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\">\n\n            <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 25px;\">Cafeteria<\/h3>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">A subsidized cafeteria provides healthy meals to students. It remains open during college hours and serves tea, snacks, and affordable lunch options. The space is hygienic, well-ventilated, and a regular hang out zone for students during breaks.<\/p>\n            <!-- Placeholder for Cafeteria Image -->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/491992592_1139502758189715_3911173111280992081_n.jpg\" alt=\"College Cafeteria\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\">\n\n            <h3 style=\"color: #666; font-size: 1.4em; margin-top: 25px;\">Gymnasium \/ Indoor Stadium \/ Yoga Centre<\/h3>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\">The college offers a fully equipped gymnasium, indoor stadium, and a dedicated yoga centre, supporting physical fitness and mental well-being. These facilities offer structured training sessions, wellness programs, and a safe space for regular workouts and group exercises.<\/p>\n            <!-- Placeholder for Gymnasium Image -->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-21-at-10.01.31-AM.jpeg\" alt=\"Gymnasium\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\">\n\n        <\/section>\n\n        <!-- Contact Information Section -->\n        <section>\n            <h2 style=\"color: #4CAF50; font-size: 1.8em; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>College Address:<\/strong><br>\n            Nar Bahadur Bhandari Government College<br>\n            NH-10, East District,<br>\n            Tadong, Gangtok &#8211; Sikkim<br>\n            PIN: 737102<\/p>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Principal:<\/strong> Dr. Debabrata Purohit<\/p>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Landline:<\/strong> 03592-231917<\/p>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Email ID:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:sgct1977@gmail.com\" style=\"color: #007bff; text-decoration: none;\">sgct1977@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n            <p style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Follow Us Online:<\/strong><br>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/facebook.com\/NBBGC Tadong\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #007bff; text-decoration: none; margin-right: 15px;\">facebook.com\/NBBGC Tadong<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/nbbgctadong\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #007bff; text-decoration: none; margin-right: 15px;\">instagram.com\/nbbgctadong<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/nbbgc.org\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #007bff; text-decoration: none;\">nbbgc.org<\/a><\/p>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <footer style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; padding-top: 20px; border-top: 1px solid #eee; font-size: 0.9em; color: #777;\">\n            <p>&copy; 2025 Nar Bahadur Bhandari Government College. 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