Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on April 25 stated India's territorial integrity while embarking on what he described as a 'religious visit' to Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh."
Addressing the media upon his arrival, CM Tamang stated the significance of his journey, stating, "This is a religious visit. I am here for the 'darshan' of His Holiness the Dalai Lama." Tamang said during his visit to Kangra.
CM Tamang said, "Sikkim is an integral part of India. They (China) can claim whatever they want. We are a part of the vast country of India. If they (China) make false claims, so what? There is no truth in it..."