CM meets PM Modi, discusses key issues concerning Sikkim

GANGTOK, : Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay on Monday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

During the meeting, the Chief Minister conveyed, on behalf of the people of Sikkim, heartfelt gratitude for the Prime Minister’s visionary leadership, unwavering support, and encouragement that continue to guide Sikkim’s journey of peace, progress, and prosperity, a CMO press release informs.

The Chief Minister congratulated the Prime Minister on the historic launch of GST 2.0, describing it as a transformative reform aimed at strengthening ease of doing business, empowering small and medium enterprises, advancing cooperative federalism, and easing the tax burden on citizens.

Recalling the Prime Minister’s gracious consent to visit Sikkim during the Golden Jubilee of Statehood in May 2025, the Chief Minister expressed deep appreciation for his continued goodwill. Although the visit had to be cancelled due to unfavourable weather conditions, the Chief Minister noted that the Prime Minister’s message of encouragement had deeply inspired the people of Sikkim. He extended a renewed invitation to the Prime Minister to visit the State towards the end of November 2025.

During the meeting, the Chief Minister also presented long-pending issues of historical, social, political, and cultural importance for the Prime Minister’s kind consideration.

The Prime Minister appreciated Sikkim’s unity, cultural richness, and steady development, and assured his positive support towards the State’s aspirations, the release mentions.

Expressing optimism about the future, the Chief Minister said he was confident that under the Prime Minister’s visionary leadership and invaluable guidance, Sikkim will continue to move ahead with strength, purpose, and dignity towards a golden, prosperous, and secure future, the CMO release adds.