West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Chamling at the state secretariat, Nabanna, in a meeting that combined political dialogue with cordiality. Banerjee shared her admiration for Chamling, who served as Sikkim’s Chief Minister for a record 25 years, in a social media post following the meeting. She described the interaction as an “honor,” emphasizing the mutual respect and camaraderie between the leaders.
Chamling, the founding president of the Sikkim Democratic Front, extended an invitation to Banerjee to visit Sikkim, proposing collaboration on shared goals between the neighboring states. The discussions underscored the potential for enhanced cooperation and mutual support, fostering stronger ties between West Bengal and Sikkim.