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Vice President Radhakrishnan to Attend Sikkim Statehood Day Events

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will attend Sikkim's Statehood Day celebrations in Gangtok on Saturday, marking his first visit to the state since taking office. This follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit last month for the 50th anniversary of Sikkim's statehood. During that visit, PM Modi inaugurated development projects worth Rs 4,000 crore and played football with local youngsters. The Prime Minister also held a cultural roadshow and interacted with Padma awardees and distinguished personalities.

Key Points: VP Radhakrishnan in Sikkim for Statehood Day

  • VP Radhakrishnan to attend Sikkim Statehood Day
  • First visit after assuming office
  • PM Modi visited last month for 50th anniversary
  • Modi inaugurated Rs 4,000 crore projects
  • PM held football session and cultural roadshow
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V-P Radhakrishnan to attend Statehood Day events in Sikkim tomorrow

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan visits Sikkim for Statehood Day celebrations, following PM Modi's recent visit for the 50th anniversary and development projects.

"Nothing like playing some football with my young friends in Sikkim on a lovely Gangtok morning! - PM Modi"

New Delhi, May 15

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will undertake his first visit to Sikkim on Saturday after assuming office, an official said.

During the visit, the Vice President will attend the Statehood Day Celebrations in Gangtok, the official said in a statement.

Earlier, Sikkim was in the spotlight when Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Gangtok last month for a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of Sikkim's statehood.

He also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for multiple development projects worth around Rs 4,000 crore, and enjoyed a football session with youngsters in Gangtok.

Sharing photos of his football session on X, PM Modi wrote, "Nothing like playing some football with my young friends in Sikkim on a lovely Gangtok morning!"

In another post, he said, "Clearly, an energising football session with these youngsters!"

Prime Minister Modi also held a two-kilometre-long cultural roadshow, with enthusiastic residents lining both sides of the road to welcome him, waving the tricolour and dressed in traditional attire.

He also had an "enriching interaction" with Padma awardees and several distinguished personalities from different fields.

Sharing details of the meeting in a post on X, the Prime Minister said it was "wonderful discussing a wide range of issues" with the attendees, highlighting the importance of engaging with individuals who have made notable contributions in diverse sectors.

According to officials, the interaction brought together Padma awardees, social workers, artists, academicians, sportspersons and other achievers who have earned recognition for their service and excellence in their respective domains.

The Prime Minister's engagement with awardees and achievers is seen as part of his broader outreach to acknowledge grassroots contributors, innovators and individuals who have played a significant role in nation-building.

According to sources, the discussions covered a range of subjects, including development, culture, innovation, education, social welfare and opportunities for youth. The participants also shared their experiences and suggestions with the Prime Minister.

- IANS

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Rahul R
Finally, the Northeast is getting the attention it deserves. PM Modi's football session with youngsters was such a refreshing sight. It's not just about politics but connecting with the people at a personal level. The cultural roadshow with locals in traditional attire waving the tricolour shows the unity of our diverse nation. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Ananya R
While I appreciate the visits, I hope these are not just photo ops. We need sustained development, not just one-off announcements. The interaction with Padma awardees and achievers is good, but I wish the government would also consult local communities more directly about their needs. Still, any attention to Sikkim is better than being ignored.
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Karthik V
Sikkim is a gem of India. Its pristine beauty and unique culture make it stand out. The PM's football session was a masterstroke of soft diplomacy and youth engagement. I hope the Vice President's visit continues this momentum. More states should learn from Sikkim's eco-friendly policies and tourism model!
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Nisha Z
The fact that PM Modi held a 2 km long cultural roadshow with locals dressed in traditional attire tells me that people genuinely support him there. Sikkim has always been a peaceful and progressive state. Hope the Vice President also takes time to understand local issues like infrastructure and connectivity in remote areas.
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James A
As someone who visited Sikkim once, I can say it's breathtaking. It's good to see the central leadership engaging with the state, especially after 50 years of statehood. The football session with PM Modi must have been an unforgettable experience for those youngsters!

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