Chief Minister meets Union Agriculture Minister in New Delhi
New Delhi, April 8: The Chief Minister of Sikkim, Shri Prem Singh Tamang, called on the Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, in the national capital.
During the interaction, the Chief Minister extended a formal invitation to the Union Minister to attend the closing ceremony of the Golden Jubilee of Sikkim’s Statehood, which he graciously accepted.
The meeting featured a comprehensive and forward-looking discussion on strengthening the agricultural sector in Sikkim. Key focus areas included the promotion of organic farming practices, value addition, and the streamlining of production systems. Special emphasis was laid on enhancing the cultivation and productivity of large cardamom, one of the State’s most important cash crops.
Both leaders also underscored the need to bridge the gap between research and field-level implementation through an effective “lab-to-land” approach. The discussions further highlighted the importance of strengthening institutional support mechanisms, including initiatives associated with Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited.
In addition, deliberations were held on the implementation and potential benefits of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan to further enhance agricultural outreach, innovation, and productivity across the State.
The Chief Minister also expressed heartfelt gratitude for the continued encouragement and unwavering support extended by the Government of India towards the sustained progress and prosperity of Sikkim.
Report from Chief Minister’s Office, CMO