Overview

• Sikkim marked its 50th Statehood Day on May 16, 2025, commemorating its integration as India's 22nd state under the 36th Constitutional Amendment in 1975.
• President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Sikkim's achievements in sustainable development, organic farming, and eco-tourism, while extending their greetings.
• Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay led a Tiranga March in Gangtok, emphasizing national pride and unity, as part of the celebrations.
• Tourism in Sikkim has flourished since its integration, with visitor numbers rising from 5.52 lakh in 2011 to over 16 lakh in 2019, showcasing its appeal as a Himalayan destination.
• The celebrations included cultural performances, tributes to the Indian Army, and reflections on Sikkim's strategic, ecological, and cultural significance within India.