CM PS Golay Raises Sikkim’s Fiscal, Border Infrastructure Concerns at Pre-Budget Meet

Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) attended the Pre-Budget meeting chaired by the Hon’ble Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi, in the presence of Union Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary, Chief Ministers and Finance Ministers from various States, and senior officials of the Central and State Governments.

During the deliberations, the Chief Minister presented Sikkim’s perspective as a small border State facing unique geographical, strategic, and fiscal challenges. He highlighted the State’s key development priorities and emphasised the need for sustained support for capital investment, stability in financial devolution, and greater flexibility for smaller States.

CM Golay drew attention to critical issues related to connectivity, infrastructure resilience, employment-generating sectors, and the smooth transition of welfare programmes. He also underscored the strategic importance of border infrastructure and stressed the necessity of continued central assistance to strengthen vital road networks and logistical connectivity.

The interaction was described as constructive and forward-looking, with assurances that the concerns raised would receive due consideration. Reaffirming Sikkim’s commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development, the Chief Minister stated that the State remains dedicated to contributing meaningfully to the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.