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Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang met Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar in Gangtok to discuss state and regional development. The talks focused on hydropower, transmission, and distribution improvements. Khattar reviewed key central schemes like NERPSIP and RDSS for infrastructure upgrades. Both leaders emphasized accelerating last-mile electrification to ensure wider connectivity.

Key Points: Sikkim CM Tamang Meets Union Power Minister Khattar in Gangtok

  • Productive talks on Sikkim's development initiatives
  • Focus on hydropower and transmission upgrades
  • Review of central schemes like NERPSIP and RDSS
  • Push for last-mile household electrification
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Sikkim Chief Minister holds productive meeting with Union Power Minister

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang discusses power sector development with Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar during his visit to Gangtok.

"Held extensive discussions on strengthening the power sector in the region, with a special focus on hydropower generation, transmission, and distribution. – Manohar Lal Khattar"

Gangtok, April 26

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Saturday welcomed the Union Minister for Power and Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar at Samman Bhawan during his visit to the state.

Before a dinner hosted in his honour, the Chief Minister and the Union Minister held "a highly productive meeting", engaging in detailed discussions on the State's ongoing development initiatives and future plans for progress, a release said.

The Union Minister shared valuable insights and conveyed his strong encouragement towards the advancement efforts underway in Sikkim.

He also chaired a pivotal Regional Power Conference with Energy Ministers of the Northeast in Gangtok and, "held extensive discussions on strengthening the power sector in the region, with a special focus on hydropower generation, transmission, and distribution."

"Reviewed progress on key central schemes, including NERPSIP for boosting the intrastate transmission & distribution system & the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS)," the union minister said in a post on X.

"We also took stock of the Comprehensive Scheme for Strengthening of Transmission & Distribution Systems for Sikkim & urged states to fast-track household electrification under RDSS to ensure last-mile connectivity," he added further.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Great to see such productive discussions happening! Hydropower is Sikkim's strength and I'm glad it's getting the attention it deserves. Hope these plans translate into better infrastructure soon 🙏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the focus on power infrastructure, I wish there was more transparency about timelines. We've heard many announcements before - when will we actually see improvements in our villages?
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Sonam T.
As someone from Lachung, reliable electricity would change everything for us! Winters are especially tough. Hoping these discussions lead to real solutions ❄️💡
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Anil G.
The focus on last-mile connectivity is crucial. Many remote areas still use generators. Clean hydropower should reach every household in Sikkim - we have the resources!
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Maya L.
Positive meeting but I hope environmental concerns aren't overlooked in the push for more hydropower projects. Sustainable development is key for our beautiful state 🌿

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