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Due to inclement weather, PM Modi could not physically attend the Sikkim@50 celebration scheduled in Gangtok and instead joined virtually from Bagdogra. He emphasized the commencement of significant development projects, such as a new district hospital in Namchi and a passenger ropeway in Pelling. The Prime Minister also unveiled commemorative items celebrating Sikkim’s 50th anniversary of statehood, including coins and a postal stamp. Despite the change in plans, Modi reiterated the benefits these projects will bring, aligning with India's vision of a Viksit Bharat.

Key Points: Modi Addresses Sikkim@50 Celebration Virtually Due to Bad Weather

  • Modi's virtual address highlights Sikkim@50 milestones
  • Projects include Namchi hospital, Pelling ropeway
  • Commemorative coins and stamp to honor Sikkim's golden jubilee
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PM Modi unable to visit Sikkim due to inclement weather, addresses virtually

Modi virtually attends Sikkim@50, highlighting infrastructure growth amid bad weather.

"Innumerable benefits for people, strengthening our resolve to build a Viksit Bharat. - PM Modi"

New Delhi, May 29

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been able to travel to Gangtok on Thursday to participate in the "Sikkim@50: Where Progress Meets Purpose and Nature Nurtures Growth" programme, marking the 50th anniversary of Sikkim's statehood, due to inclement weather, officials stated.

PM Modi was scheduled to arrive in the state around 11 AM and lay the foundation stone and inaugurate several key development projects to boost infrastructure, connectivity, and overall growth in Sikkim.

Instead, the Prime Minister will address the people of Sikkim through a video conference from West Bengal's Bagdogra.

Major initiatives include a new 500-bed district hospital in Namchi worth over Rs 750 crore, a passenger ropeway at Sangachoeling in Pelling, Gyalshing district, and the unveiling of a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Atal Amrit Udyan in Gangtok district.

Additionally, he will release a commemorative coin, souvenir coin, and postal stamp to mark the golden jubilee.

According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the Prime Minister will also visit West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh on May 29 and 30, inaugurating and laying the foundation stones of development projects worth more than Rs 70,000 crore.

PM Modi will also be visiting West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh. During his visit, PM Modi will inaugurate, dedicate, and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 70,000 crore.

In a social media post announcing his visit on Wednesday, PM Modi said, "Over the next two days, I will be attending programmes in Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh. The development works that will commence over the next two days will bring innumerable benefits for people and strengthen our resolve to build a Viksit Bharat."

The Prime Minister is to lay the foundation stone of the City Gas Distribution (CGD) project for Alipurduar and Cooch Behar districts on Thursday. The Rs 1,010 crore project will supply Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to over 2.5 lakh households and more than 100 commercial establishments and industries, and establish around 19 CNG stations.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Safety first! While it's disappointing that PM Modi couldn't visit Sikkim physically, I appreciate the decision to prioritize safety over optics. The virtual address shows commitment despite weather challenges. The 500-bed hospital project is much needed for our northeastern states. 🙏
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Priya M.
The ropeway project in Pelling will be a game-changer for tourism! Sikkim's natural beauty deserves better infrastructure. Though I wish the PM could have seen our beautiful state in person, the projects announced show the Centre's focus on border state development.
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Arjun S.
Rs 70,000 crore investment across multiple states in 2 days is impressive, but I hope the execution matches the announcements. Sikkim's strategic location near China border makes these infrastructure projects crucial for national security too.
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Sunita T.
The Atal Bihari Vajpayee statue is a fitting tribute. He was the first PM to seriously focus on northeast development. Hope the current government continues this legacy with actual ground-level implementation, not just foundation stones.
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Vikram J.
As someone from Gangtok, we were really looking forward to PM's visit. But nature has its own plans! The commemorative coin and stamp will be nice keepsakes of Sikkim's 50-year journey with India. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Neha R.
While development projects are welcome, I hope they don't compromise Sikkim's fragile ecosystem. The state has maintained 30% forest cover despite development - this balance must continue. The ropeway is a good eco-friendly alternative to road expansion in hilly areas.

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