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April 28, 2026 3:54 PM

PM Modi lauds Sikkim’s extraordinary biodiversity during visit to Gangtok Orchidarium

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday praised Sikkim’s extraordinary biodiversity and highlighted its role as a model of sustainable development during his visit to the Himalayan state, where he also launched and inaugurated over 30 projects worth thousands of crores. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Visited the Orchidarium in Gangtok and was mesmerised by its beauty. Sikkim’s rich biodiversity is truly extraordinary. Such efforts reflect our deep harmony with nature. They also i...

April 28, 2026 8:40 AM

PM Modi meets Padma awardees, distinguished personalities in Gangtok

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said he interacted with Padma awardees and several distinguished personalities during his visit to Gangtok, describing the exchange as engaging and wide-ranging. Taking to X, the Prime Minister wrote: “In Gangtok earlier this evening, interacted with Padma awardees and people who have distinguished themselves in different fields. It was wonderful discussing a wide range of issues.” He also shared a photograph from the interaction. Earlier on Monday, ...

April 27, 2026 10:54 PM

PM Modi holds roadshow in Gangtok, thanks people of Sikkim for their blessings and affection

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a roadshow in Gangtok, receiving a warm and enthusiastic welcome from residents as his convoy passed through the city ahead of key engagements in Sikkim. In a series of posts on X, PM Modi said, "It is wonderful to be in Gangtok, Sikkim to take part in the closing ceremony of the 50th Statehood Day celebrations of this great state. The visit began with a big roadshow in the city. I thank the people for their blessings and affection." The Prime Minist...

September 16, 2024 6:35 PM

Heavy rain, landslides kill 6 in Sikkim, 2,000 tourists stranded

At least six people have been killed this week and around 2,000 tourists stranded in the Himalayan state of Sikkim in landslides and floods after incessant rainfall, officials said on Friday. Another four people have been killed in Nepal's Taplejung district, which borders Sikkim, after a landslide following rains swept away the house in which they were sleeping, officials there said. Heavy rains triggered landslides at several locations in Mangan district, which covers north Sikkim and lies a...