Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's visit to Sikkim cancelled

The Vice President was scheduled to be in Sikkim on May 17 and 18, but sources have confirmed that the trip will no longer take place. Though no official reason has been provided yet for the cancellation, preparations had been underway for the high-profile visit, which was expected to include several engagements with state officials and dignitaries. The visit was seen as a significant event, especially following the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Sikkim’s Statehood Day. The Vice President's presence was expected to add national significance to the occasion and highlight the Centre’s recognition of Sikkim’s progress over the decades.

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5/17/20251 min read

The anticipated visit of Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, to the state of Sikkim has been officially cancelled. The Vice President was scheduled to be in Sikkim on May 17 and 18, but sources have confirmed that the trip will no longer take place.

Though no official reason has been provided yet for the cancellation, preparations had been underway for the high-profile visit, which was expected to include several engagements with state officials and dignitaries.

The visit was seen as a significant event, especially following the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Sikkim’s Statehood Day. The Vice President's presence was expected to add national significance to the occasion and highlight the Centre’s recognition of Sikkim’s progress over the decades.