Sikkim CM calls for better connectivity, infrastructure to boost Northeast tourism
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang called for stronger connectivity and infrastructure at the tourism mart in Tawang. He said regional cooperation, responsible tourism and cultural preservation could create livelihoods and attract more visitors.
- Oct 30, 2026,
- Updated Oct 30, 2026, 10:02 AM IST
- Tamang addressed the 14th International Tourism Mart in Tawang on Thursday
- He urged communities to participate actively in tourism-related activities across the region
- Sikkim is developing homestays and promoting lesser-known destinations to expand tourism
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has called for improved infrastructure, stronger connectivity and greater efforts to preserve cultural heritage to unlock the tourism potential of the eight Northeastern states.
Addressing the inaugural session of the 14th International Tourism Mart (ITM) 2026 at Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday, Tamang highlighted the need for regional cooperation to develop the Northeast as a major tourism destination.
He said the region could attract more tourists by improving transport and tourism infrastructure, promoting its cultural heritage and involving local communities in tourism-related activities.
Highlighting initiatives taken by his government, Tamang said Sikkim had focused on developing homestays, promoting lesser-known destinations and strengthening tourism infrastructure to expand the sector.
He also stressed the importance of responsible tourism in generating employment and livelihood opportunities for local communities, particularly young people.
Crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for bringing greater attention to connectivity, tourism and inclusive development in the Northeast, Tamang said the 'Ashta Lakshmi' vision could help position the region as a leading global tourism destination.
