Gangtok/Delhi :12th June: Chief Minister of Sikkim,Prem Singh Tamang-Golay has said,’
‘Today, I participated in the Interaction Programme between NITI Aayog and the Chief Ministers and Chief Secretaries of the North-Eastern States in New Delhi.
During the interaction, I highlighted Sikkim’s recent achievement of being declared a Fully Literate State, our progress in environmental conservation, and our initiatives in education, women’s empowerment, mental health, and sustainable development under Sikkim Vision 2047.
I shared our aspiration to build a USD 70 billion economy through innovation, entrepreneurship, and evidence-based governance, while positioning Sikkim as a leading destination for healthcare, wellness, and high-value tourism.
Emphasising key development priorities, I sought support for strengthening road, air, rail, and digital connectivity, including the restoration of regular flight services at Pakyong Airport, expeditious completion of the Sivok–Rangpo railway project, and the proposed railway connectivity to the upgraded Bagdogra Airport to ensure seamless multimodal connectivity for Sikkim and the national transportation network.
I also stressed the need for climate-resilient infrastructure in North Sikkim, extension of NEIIPP beyond 2027, strengthening of border trade infrastructure, and greater attention to the demographic challenges facing the State.
Reaffirming Sikkim’s commitment to the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, I expressed confidence that with continued support from the Government of India and NITI Aayog, our State will continue to emerge as a model of inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development’.
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