Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to participate in Sikkim’s 50th statehood celebrations, where he will release special commemorative coins to mark the milestone. The event highlights Sikkim’s journey since joining the Indian Union in 1975 and celebrates its cultural and developmental achievements.

Key Points:

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release commemorative coins as part of Sikkim’s golden jubilee of statehood.
2. Sikkim became the 22nd state of India on May 16, 1975, after merging with the Indian Union.
3. The commemorative coins aim to honor Sikkim’s cultural heritage and development over the past 50 years.
4. Celebrations will include cultural programs, exhibitions, and tributes to the state’s contribution to the nation.
5. The event symbolizes national unity and acknowledges Sikkim’s strategic, environmental, and cultural significance in India.