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Sikkim BJP Calls for Time‑Bound Probe into Tourist Permit Fee Irregularities
✍️ Sikkimexpress
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 11:37 AM
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The state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Sikkim has demanded a prompt, time‑limited investigation into alleged irregularities in tourist permit fees.
The Sikkim state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has formally requested a time‑bound inquiry into suspected irregularities in the collection of tourist permit fees. The party’s demand, reported by Sikkimexpress, calls for a swift investigation to ascertain whether the fee structure or its implementation deviates from established norms.
Party officials said the probe should be completed within a defined period to ensure accountability and transparency in the tourism department’s financial processes. They emphasized that any deviation from the prescribed fee schedule could undermine public trust and affect the state’s tourism revenue.
The BJP has urged the state administration to appoint an independent committee or agency to conduct the inquiry, and to make the findings publicly available. No further details on the alleged irregularities or the timeline for the investigation were disclosed at this stage.
Party officials said the probe should be completed within a defined period to ensure accountability and transparency in the tourism department’s financial processes. They emphasized that any deviation from the prescribed fee schedule could undermine public trust and affect the state’s tourism revenue.
The BJP has urged the state administration to appoint an independent committee or agency to conduct the inquiry, and to make the findings publicly available. No further details on the alleged irregularities or the timeline for the investigation were disclosed at this stage.