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Gangtok: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang inspected the state-owned guest house near Bagdogra Airport on Saturday to evaluate its potential for renovation. Accompanied by Minister Bhim Hang Limboo, Chief Secretary R. Telang, and other senior officials, the Chief Minister assessed the current condition of the property to determine how it can better serve the people of Sikkim.
The 28,800 square foot facility is owned by the Sikkim Tourism Development Corporation. It is currently leased to the Airport Authority of India and serves as housing for Central Industrial Security Force personnel tasked with airport security. The government aims to preserve the site while upgrading its infrastructure to improve hospitality options for visitors and state officials.
Tamang highlighted the importance of the location, noting that the site remains a key asset for the region. "Owing to its strategic location near Bagdogra Airport, it offers significant opportunities to strengthen the State's hospitality infrastructure and provide better facilities for visitors, guests and officials," Tamang stated.
The Chief Minister has directed relevant departments to analyze potential redevelopment measures and draft formal proposals for the property. He believes that modernizing the site will allow it to contribute more effectively to the growth and development of the state.
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