Jammu, May 29 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that connectivity remains a key priority for his government, as he announced that the Sevoke-Rangpo rail project will soon link Sikkim to the national rail network.

Due to bad weather, PM Modi's visit to Sikkim was cancelled. He addressed the people virtually from the Air Force base in Bagdogra, West Bengal, during an event marking 50 years of Sikkim's statehood.

Calling Sikkim the "pride of the nation," PM Modi praised the state's democratic spirit and growing success in organic farming. "Sikkim's increasing organic exports are a big achievement for the state," he said.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

During the virtual event, the Prime Minister also laid the foun...