Learn Lhokay with karma

15/07/2026

On behalf of learn Lhokay with Karma family, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Nedup Bhutia Asst professor. Denzong shedra on being conferred the Bhutia Literature Award during the 212th International Bhanu Jayanti Celebration in Soreng District. Your remarkable achievement is a matter of pride for the Bhutia community and Sikkim. We wish you continued success in your literary journey.
Tashi delek!

11/07/2026

Dated 10-07-26

On the occasion of the Pre-Birth Anniversary Celebration of Acharya Bhanu Bhakta.

Passang Denzongpa, a student of Class XI, Kewzing Senior Secondary School, recited the poem titled “Lhokay,”
His inspiring performance reflected pride in the Bhutia language and culture, reminding us of the importance of preserving and promoting our linguistic heritage.

03/07/2026

🌸 Learning a new language takes courage—and every attempt is a step forward.

She is Saina Rai, a student of Class 9 Kewzing Senior Secondary School, sharing her self-introduction in the Bhutia (Lhokay) language after participating in the Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp.

Although Bhutia is not her mother tongue, she accepted the challenge with confidence. She may pause and search for a few words along the way, but that’s exactly how language learning happens—through practice, patience, and the courage to speak.

Her effort reminds us that making mistakes is not something to fear; it is part of every learner’s journey.

👏 Well done, Saina! May your enthusiasm inspire many more students to learn and preserve our beautiful languages.

“Every fluent speaker was once a beginner.” ❤️

30/06/2026

🌿 Summer vacation has begun… but household chores never take a vacation! 😄

Why not make our daily work a way to learn our mother tongue?

In today’s reel:
🪵 Dra-Shey – to saw wood.
🪵 Enta – the flat wooden beam shown in this video.
💪 Daa-Shey – to carry and transport the Enta to another place.

Dra-Shey and Daa-Shey may sound similar, but they have completely different meanings. A small difference in pronunciation can change the meaning of a word!

Let’s continue learning Lhokay through the things we do every day. One word at a time, one reel at a time.

Learn Lhokay with Karma 💙

24/06/2026

📚 Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp 2026
Theme: Learn Bhutia Language and Explore Denzong Heritage
📍 Kewzing Senior Secondary School

🎶 Arts and Music
As part of the arts component of the camp, students were introduced to Denzong Sili Yangchag, the former national anthem of the Kingdom of Sikkim. Through music and song, students connected with the artistic and historical heritage of Denzong while developing an appreciation for traditional compositions.

24/06/2026

📚 Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp 2026
Theme: Learn Bhutia Language and Explore Denzong Heritage
📍 Kewzing Senior Secondary School

The Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp 2026 provided students with an opportunity to learn the Bhutia (Lhokay) language while exploring the rich history, culture, arts, and heritage of Denzong (Sikkim).

🍲 Day 4 – Local Traditional Cuisines
Students learned the names of various traditional Bhutia dishes in Lhokay and explored the significance of indigenous food culture. The session encouraged appreciation of traditional knowledge and enriched students’ vocabulary through familiar cultural practices.

👑 Day 5 – Culture Appreciation
Students were introduced to the history of the Kingdom of Sikkim through the lives and contributions of the Twelve Chogyals. They also learned about the three revered lamas—Lhatsun Chenpo, Ngadak Sempa Chenpo, and Kathok Kuntu Zangpo—who consecrated and crowned the first Chogyal at Norbugang, Yuksom, laying the foundation of the Namgyal Dynasty.

11/06/2026

One English word, four different words in Lhokay! 🤯
The English word “Tie” changes depending on the context:
🪢 Tum – tie a rope�📦 Dham – tie a sack/bundle tightly�🧣 Ching – tie a scarf/belt�🐄 Tak – tie an animal to a post
This shows how rich and precise the Lhokay language is. ❤️
Which one did you find most interesting?

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07/06/2026

Learn how to say Today, Tomorrow, The Day After Tomorrow, and On the Fourth Day in Lhokay (Bhutia)! 📚

In this reel, I’ve included simple example sentences to help you understand and use these words in daily conversation.

Let’s learn, speak, write, and preserve our beautiful Lhokay language together. 🙏

05/06/2026