New Delhi, April 8: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang met Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman and held a constructive discussion on key development priorities of the state.
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| Prem Singh Tamang meets Nirmala Sitharaman during a courtesy meeting, discussing development priorities and support for hill states.(Image:facebook.com/cmpsgolay) |
During the meeting, Tamang expressed gratitude to the Government of India for introducing “Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for the Hill States” under SASCI 2026–27, through which Sikkim will receive an additional allocation of ₹820 crore.
The Chief Minister thanked the Centre for recognising the unique challenges faced by hill states and for extending continued support to Sikkim’s development.
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Both leaders also discussed strengthening financial support, improving infrastructure, and accelerating sustainable growth in the state.
Tamang further welcomed Sitharaman and conveyed his best wishes for her visit to the Vibrant Villages Programme, an initiative launched by Narendra Modi aimed at improving the lives of people living in border areas.
