President Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Sikkim’s 50th Statehood Day

By  News On Air   May 16, 2025

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have extended their greetings to the people of Sikkim on their Statehood Day.

In a social media post, President Murmu wrote, Sikkim is widely admired for its boundless natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and warmth of its people. The President added that the state has set remarkable examples of sustainable development, showcasing harmonious coexistence with nature as India’s most environmentally conscious state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Sikkim is associated with serene beauty, rich cultural traditions and industrious people.

In a social media post, Mr Modi wrote that the State has made strides in diverse sectors. He also said that the occasion is even more special as it is the 50th anniversary of Sikkim’s statehood and wished for the prosperity of its citizens.