Gangtok: "Don't let me become delicate like a flower. I have lived among the thorns, I will continue to live among the thorns." This is what Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Gangtok on Tuesday while addressing a conference of Agriculture Ministers of states.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting the orchid display and seasonal flowers exhibition in Gangtok on Monday. Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling and MoS for PMO Jitendra Singh are also seen. PTI Photo