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Politics
Sikkim Leader Lama Refutes Claim Gorkhaland Roadmap Covers Sikkim
✍️ Sikkimexpress
🗓 15 Sep 2026, 02:47 AM
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Sikkim political figure Lama denied reports that the Gorkhaland demand’s roadmap proposes incorporating Sikkim, calling the claim unfounded.
Sikkim's prominent political leader, Lama, publicly rejected recent media reports suggesting that the Gorkhaland movement's roadmap envisions the inclusion of Sikkim. In a statement released to local outlets, Lama emphasized that no such proposal has been discussed by any Gorkhaland representatives.
He clarified that the Gorkhaland demand pertains solely to the creation of a separate state within West Bengal and does not extend to altering the territorial integrity of neighboring states. Lama urged journalists to verify information before publishing speculative claims that could stir unnecessary tension.
The clarification comes amid heightened sensitivities in the region, where discussions about new state formations often generate strong reactions. Authorities in Sikkim have not issued any official response, but the state government is expected to monitor the narrative closely.
Lama's denial aims to prevent misinformation from influencing public opinion in both Sikkim and the broader northeastern corridor, where inter‑state relations remain a delicate matter.
He clarified that the Gorkhaland demand pertains solely to the creation of a separate state within West Bengal and does not extend to altering the territorial integrity of neighboring states. Lama urged journalists to verify information before publishing speculative claims that could stir unnecessary tension.
The clarification comes amid heightened sensitivities in the region, where discussions about new state formations often generate strong reactions. Authorities in Sikkim have not issued any official response, but the state government is expected to monitor the narrative closely.
Lama's denial aims to prevent misinformation from influencing public opinion in both Sikkim and the broader northeastern corridor, where inter‑state relations remain a delicate matter.