Prez Droupadi Murmu visits Ridge Park Orchidarium in Sikkim

(PTI) GANGTOK, May 26: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday visited the Ridge Park Orchidarium here on the first day of her three-day visit to Sikkim.

During her tour of the orchidarium, she was introduced to the diverse varieties of orchids, including 507 species found across the state, along with cultural symbols such as ‘Thunpa Puen Zhi’ (the four harmonious friends).

A key highlight of the visit was Cymbidium Namo, a unique orchid species named in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “The visit highlights Sikkim’s rich Buddhist heritage, cultural legacy, and spiritual traditions,” CM Tamang said.