Hyderabad, May 16 -- Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, on Friday, lauded Sikkim as a shining jewel of the Northeast, celebrated for its natural beauty, pioneering organic farming, and the harmonious coexistence of diverse communities.
In his address after paying tribute to the historic occasion marking Sikkim's statehood on May 16, 1975, he commended the state's rich cultural and ecological heritage at the Sikkim Foundation Day celebrations held at the Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan here.
The Governor highlighted the spiritual and cultural depth of Sikkim, underscoring its monasteries, festivals, and biodiversity as sources of national pride.
He also emphasized the importance of strengthening bonds of unity and cultural exchange between Tela...