India, May 29 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said connectivity remains the main focus of his government, adding that the Sevoke-Revoke project will link Sikkim with the country's rail network.

PM Modi's visit to Sikkim was cancelled due to inclement weather conditions earlier in the day. Modi was addressing people from Sikkim virtually from the air force base at Bagdogra near Siliguri in West Bengal.

"Sikkim pride of nation, its people believe in democracy," PM Modi said at the virtual statehood event.

PM Modi also praised Sikkim's increasing organic exports. "Sikkim increasing organic exports, big achievement for state", Modi said.

Modi was supposed to reach Paljore Stadium after flying from Bagdogra to Liping helipad at...