Sikkim MP accompanies Parliamentary Committee for Nathu La Border visit

GANGTOK, : Lok Sabha MP (Sikkim) Indra Hang Subba accompanied the distinguished members of the Parliamentary Committee on Subordinate Legislation on an official visit to the Nathu La Sino-Indian Border in Eastern Sikkim on Tuesday. The visit led by committee chairman Milind Deora, MP Rajya Sabha, formed a vital part of the committee’s engagement with matters pertaining to border personnel affairs and regional security, a press release informs.

The delegation was led on-ground by Brigadier Amit Sharma, who coordinated the visit and provided strategic insights. At the Nathu La border outpost, the members were briefed in detail about the current ground situation and the region's historic relevance by Captain Rishab Chauhan. His address highlighted stories of valour, national service, and the significant geopolitical role of the Nathul La corridor, which historically served as a flourishing trade route and pilgrimage path to Kailash Mansarovar.

The delegation also visited the revered Old Baba Mandir, a place of great faith and emotional significance for Indian Army personnel serving in the high-altitude frontier. There, the team paid homage and offered prayers.

Later, the team descended to Tsomgo Lake, where a high-level meeting was held at the Indian Army’s conference hall. The session saw the participation of experts from Drone Tech Lab, officers of the Indian Army, and members of the Parliamentary Committee. Discussions focused on the potential of advanced drone technologies in enhancing defence capabilities and surveillance systems, showcasing a productive intersection of innovation, technology, and national security, the release mentions.

Reflecting on the visit, Indra Hang felt that the day’s engagements offered a profound understanding of the region’s strategic importance, its cultural history, and the future prospects of defence innovation. He expressed his appreciation for the Indian Army’s dedication and the collaborative spirit of the visiting dignitaries and technical experts, the release mentions.