With an aim to aggressively promote tourism in the region, Sikkim Association of Adventure Tour Operators(SAATO) recently held its convention in Namchi, Sikkim from January 13-14, 2015. At the convention the chief minister of Sikkim, Pawan Chamling, mentioned in an exclusive to Express TravelWorld that the state was ready and waiting to partner with the right hospitality investors to improve the hospitality infrastructure in the state. Elucidating further, the CM said, “Our government in the state of Sikkim is completely investor friendly, we are very keen to work with the tourism sector across the State. We are the first State to work seriously in the area of Organic and Eco-friendly Tourism initiatives. We want to work with right hospitality partners to take our vision forward.”
The CM also emphasised on the fact that the state provides a safe and secure environment for tourism investments. From Pilgrim tourism to Adventure and Eco tourism the state is ready to invest further in these areas.