Sikkim Chief Secretary meets US Consul General Kolkata to discuss future collaborations
Telang also took the opportunity to share Sikkim’s rich history and its remarkable progress over the past 50 years.
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In a bid to strengthen ties and explore potential collaborations, Chief Secretary of the Government of Sikkim, R. Telang, held a productive meeting with US Consul General Kolkata, Kathy Giles Diaz, at the Teesta Lounge of Tashiling Secretariat.
During the meeting, Telang provided an overview of Sikkim's recent developments, particularly focusing on the state's advancements in power projects and health facilities. He also highlighted Sikkim's impressive economic growth, pointing out that the state boasts the highest per capita Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) in the country. Furthermore, discussions were held on the tourism sector and the state's disaster management strategies.
Telang also took the opportunity to share Sikkim’s rich history and its remarkable progress over the past 50 years.
Kathy Giles Diaz expressed her admiration for Sikkim's natural beauty and its proactive approach to organic farming. She commended the state’s efforts and expressed interest in exploring future collaborations and initiatives. "A small but mighty state on the rise," she remarked, acknowledging Sikkim’s significant strides in both environmental sustainability and economic development.