Gangtok, February 20: A 12-member delegation from the Chhattisgarh press fraternity, led by Mr Manas P Sharma, Assistant Director, PIB Gangtok, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Minister of Sikkim, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, at Mintokgang today.
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| Chhattisgarh press delegation presents a sapling to Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang during a courtesy visit at Mintokgang in Gangtok. (Image: DIO Gangtok) |
During the interaction, the Chief Minister shared insights into the developmental initiatives and progressive policies undertaken by the Government of Sikkim. He highlighted the State’s serene ecology and its strategic significance as a border State sharing international boundaries with China, Nepal and Bhutan.
Emphasising sustainable development, Mr Tamang spoke about Sikkim’s successful organic farming practices and their positive impact on the State’s economy. He also underlined the importance of environmental conservation measures and the State’s extensive forest cover, which have reinforced Sikkim’s identity as the Green State of the Nation.
The Chief Minister elaborated on key welfare measures and infrastructure projects implemented across sectors such as health, education, rural development and tourism. He laid special emphasis on the effective implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes and flagship programmes of the Government of India in convergence with State initiatives.
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The visiting journalists engaged in a constructive exchange, raising queries on policy execution, monitoring mechanisms and grassroots outreach. The Chief Minister responded with detailed clarifications and examples from field-level implementation.
The meeting reflected a shared commitment to strengthening inter-state media collaboration and promoting informed reportage on developmental models. As a gesture of goodwill, the Chhattisgarh delegation presented a commemorative token to the Chief Minister. The visiting members were also presented with souvenirs and offered traditional khadas.
Press Secretary to the Chief Minister, Mr Yougan Tamang; Additional Director, Mr Vishal Khawas; and DIO Gangtok, Mr Dependra Sharma of the Information and Public Relations Department were also present during the meeting.
