GANGTOK: Sikkim State BJP president DR Thapa attended a dinner hosted by DoNER minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on September 6 evening at Mayfair Hotel here.
During the engagement, Mr. Thapa seized the opportunity to bring to the forefront several pressing issues affecting Sikkim’s growth. He emphasized the deplorable condition of National Highway 10, the State’s primary connectivity artery, and urged for immediate attention to improve the infrastructure.
As the NH 10 has been severely damaged by the Teesta Flood last year, the State BJP president urged the DoNER minister to find advanced alternative to ensure uninterrupted connectivity for Sikkim, a State BJP press release informs.
Furthermore, Thapa highlighted the vast potential of Sikkim’s tourism sector, which serves as the primary source of employment generation for the State. He requested the Union minister explore new avenues for tourism development, seeking to leverage Sikkim’s unique cultural heritage and breathtaking natural beauty.
Eminent personalities also shared their experience in their respective fields and also extended suggestions to improve further.
The DoNER minister also solicited feedback from esteemed guests, seeking valuable insights on unlocking Sikkim’s development potential.
Later in a separate engagement, the State BJP president also discussed organizational matters and pressing issues aligning their efforts to strengthen the party’s presence in Sikkim, the release informs.
