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Scindia Joins Tea Workers at Sikkim's Temi Estate, Praises 'Vocal for Local'

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia visited Sikkim's iconic Temi Tea Garden on Friday. He interacted with tea workers and joined them in plucking leaves. Scindia praised the estate as a living example of PM Modi's 'Vocal for Local' vision. He also conversed with workers in Nepalese, creating a warm connection.

Key Points: Scindia Interacts with Tea Workers at Sikkim's Temi Garden

  • Scindia visits Temi Tea Garden in Sikkim
  • Minister plucks tea leaves with workers
  • Praises PM Modi's 'Vocal for Local' vision
  • Speaks Nepalese with local workers
  • Highlights organic tea's global recognition
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'Living reality of PM Modi's 'Vocal for Local' vision': Scindia interacts with tea workers at Sikkim's Temi estate

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia visits Sikkim's Temi Tea Garden, plucks leaves with workers, and praises PM Modi's 'Vocal for Local' vision.

"This is PM @narendramodi ji's vision of 'Vocal for Local' as a living, breathing reality manifest in every leaf - Jyotiraditya Scindia"

Gangtok, May 15

Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Friday visited the iconic Temi Tea garden in Sikkim's Namchi district and spent time interacting with tea garden workers, appreciating their contribution to preserving the state's globally recognised tea heritage.

On the second day of his visit to Sikkim, the Union Minister walked through the lush tea estates of Temi, the state's only tea garden, and joined the workers in plucking tea leaves.

"Tea at its most elemental and most extraordinary! Today's visit to the Temi Tea Processing Unit showcased what disciplined, organic agriculture can achieve. From the freshly plucked leaf to fermentation, drying, and final packaging, every stage at Temi speaks of a standard that commands global respect. Temi is Sikkim's only tea estate, perched high in the Himalayas with Kanchenjunga as its eternal witness, certified organic and recognised in the finest tea houses across the world. This is PM @narendramodi ji's vision of 'Vocal for Local' as a living, breathing reality manifest in every leaf," Scindia's said in a post on social media platform X.

Carrying the traditional bamboo basket used by tea pluckers, Union Minister Scindia was seen participating in the harvesting process alongside workers amid the sprawling plantations.

During his interaction with the workers, the Union Minister praised their dedication, precision and skill in carrying out the delicate process of tea plucking, noting that the craft reflected years of discipline and hard work.

Officials present during the visit said Union Minister Scindia expressed admiration for the workers' speed and expertise and acknowledged their role in sustaining the legacy of Temi tea, which has earned international recognition for its quality and organic cultivation practices.

Adding a personal touch to the interaction, Union Minister Scindia conversed fluently in Nepalese with the tea garden workers, drawing warm responses and smiles from the local community.

His interaction in the local language created an atmosphere of familiarity and connection across the plantation.

The visit also highlighted the Centre's continued focus on the development of the North Eastern region and promotion of its unique agricultural and cultural assets.

Located in Sikkim's Namchi district, the Temi Tea Garden is known for producing premium quality organic tea and remains one of the prominent tourist attractions in the Himalayan state.

Union Minister Scindia is currently on an official visit to Sikkim, where he is scheduled to participate in a series of official programmes and interactions.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good initiative, but let's not forget the tea workers' real struggles. They need better wages, proper healthcare, and housing. A photo-op in a bamboo basket won't fix systemic issues. I hope Scindia ji actually listened to their demands and not just posed for the camera.
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Vikram M
As a tea lover from Darjeeling, I can tell you Temi tea is world-class! 🏔️ It's heartening to see our ministers promoting local products with such enthusiasm. But we also need to ensure these small growers get fair prices in global markets, not just Instagram moments. Vocal for Local needs trade policy backup.
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Sarah B
This is beautiful! As someone who studied Indian agriculture, seeing a minister actually engage with workers at the ground level is inspiring. Temi's organic certification is no small feat. Kudos to Scindia for highlighting this Himalayan treasure. Now, let's see more such visits to other remote estates across India.
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Rohit P
Only 2-3 sentences in Nepali and suddenly it's a big deal? Our politicians need to do more than just show up once a year. What about year-round support for these workers? Temi tea is amazing, but let's not pretend a single visit solves decades of neglect in the Northeast.
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Ananya R
This is exactly the kind of soft power India needs! 🇮🇳 Temi tea with Kanchenjunga in the background—it's a brand story waiting to go viral globally. The 'Vocal for Local' vision is brilliant, but we need better logistics, marketing, and fair-trade certifications. Scindia ji

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