Governor invites Defence minister to inaugurate army memorial at Bardang

Monday, Jul 22, 2024 09:30 [IST]

Last Update: Monday, Jul 22, 2024 03:58 [IST]

Governor invites Defence minister to inaugurate army memorial at Bardang

GANGTOK, : Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya called on Defence minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi today.

During the meeting, the Governor extended an invitation to the Defence minister to inaugurate ‘Prerna Sthal’ at Bardang, Singtam. This memorial is dedicated to the brave soldiers who lost their lives during the unfortunate incident that unfolded in the State in October 2023.

The Governor also commended the Defence minister for his effective leadership capabilities, citing him as an inspirational figure, informs a press release.

Sikkim at a Glance

  • Area: 7096 Sq Kms
  • Capital: Gangtok
  • Altitude: 5,840 ft
  • Population: 6.10 Lakhs
  • Topography: Hilly terrain elevation from 600 to over 28,509 ft above sea level
  • Climate:
  • Summer: Min- 13°C - Max 21°C
  • Winter: Min- 0.48°C - Max 13°C
  • Rainfall: 325 cms per annum
  • Language Spoken: Nepali, Bhutia, Lepcha, Tibetan, English, Hindi