Vice President visits Ridge Park orchidarium, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

GANGTOK, (IPR): Following the Statehood Day Function at Manan Kendra, the Vice President of India, C.P. Radhakrishnan, visited Orchidarium at Swarna Jayanti MaitreyaManjari Complex, Ridge Park, today.

The state-of-the-art orchidarium stands as a testament to Sikkim’s rich floral biodiversity and the State’s commitment towards sustainable eco-tourism and conservation.

During the visit, the Vice President was given a comprehensive tour of the orchidarium, beginning with an overview of its unique features and immersive orchid experience. The tour also highlighted the diverse uses of orchids and traditional methods adopted for their safe transportation and preservation.

Notably, the Vice President viewed ‘Cymbidium Namo’, an orchid species named in honour of the Prime Minister of India. He concluded the visit by signing the visitors’ book.

The Vice President was accompanied by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, Chief Minister’s spouse Krishna Kumari Rai, Chief Secretary R. Telang, Urban Development commissioner-cum-secretary, Jitendra Singh Raje, Gangtok DC Agawane Rohan Ramesh and officials.

The Vice President also visited Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (NIT) at Deorali today as part of his post-Statehood Day celebration engagements in Gangtok.

The Vice President was received by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, in the presence of Krishna Kumari Rai, NIT directorDr.Passang D Phempu, and other officials and staff of NIT.

During the visit, the vice president toured the museum and appreciated its rich collection showcasing Tibetan iconography, religious artefacts, and Buddhist heritage.

He also visited the institute’s library and expressed admiration for the institution’s scholarly contributions, describing NIT as a significant repository of knowledge and culture.