Parliamentary Panel Paves Path for Sikkim's Highway and Heritage Development

A parliamentary panel, led by MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, visited Sikkim to discuss the development of national highways, particularly NH-210, with Governor Om Prakash Mathur. The visit also emphasized enhancing tourism infrastructure and preserving Sikkim's rich cultural heritage, aiming for inclusive state development.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Gangtok | Updated: 30-06-2025 17:49 IST | Created: 30-06-2025 17:49 IST
Parliamentary Panel Paves Path for Sikkim's Highway and Heritage Development
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A parliamentary panel spearheaded discussions on advancing Sikkim's national highways with Governor Om Prakash Mathur, as per a Raj Bhavan statement released on Monday.

Led by Rajya Sabha MP and Committee Chairman Sanjay Kumar Jha, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism, and Culture is on a five-day mission to Sikkim, exchanging courtesy with the Governor at his official residence.

The discourse primarily revolved around the proposed National Highway-210, connecting Melli to Singtam, alongside fortifying Sikkim's tourism and preserving its cultural heritage. Governor Mathur extended a warm reception, expressing optimism about the committee's contribution to Sikkim's development.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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