Senior leaders of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party actively participated in an interactive session on the Union Budget 2025-26 in Gangtok today. The session was led by Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation, Murlidhar Kisan Mohol, and attended by key SKM representatives, including MLA and PAC Chairman Sonam Venchungpa, Political Secretary to the Chief Minister Bikash Basnet, and Press Secretary Yougan Tamang.
Welcoming the Union Minister, Venchungpa expressed gratitude for his visit, emphasizing its importance in enlightening the people of Sikkim about the budget’s implications. He highlighted the state’s ongoing developmental initiatives, which are being undertaken in partnership with the Union Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Venchungpa underscored the Sikkim government’s commitment to ensuring that the benefits of the Union Budget reach every section of society, particularly in sectors like infrastructure, tourism, agriculture, and cooperative development.
During the discussion, Minister Mohol elaborated on key budgetary provisions, including increased allocations for aviation, rural development, digital connectivity, and cooperative sector reforms. He assured the state leadership of the Central Government’s continued support in enhancing connectivity, boosting tourism, and strengthening local economies.
Venchungpa also reaffirmed the SKM Government’s vision for a ‘Vikshit Bharat’ (Developed India) by 2047, aligning with the national agenda for progress. He stated that the Sikkim government fully supports the Union Budget 2025-26 and looks forward to leveraging its provisions to accelerate the state’s growth across multiple sectors.
The session concluded with an open dialogue between the Union Minister and local leaders, where representatives raised concerns and suggestions regarding state-specific needs, investment opportunities, and policies to empower rural communities. The event marked a significant step in strengthening coordination between the Central and State Governments to ensure holistic and inclusive development in Sikkim.
