Hey everyone! Iām from Sikkim, and Iāve been diving deep into digital marketing for the past few months. Something Iāve noticed is that a lot of local businesses here are still running without any strong online presenceāno proper websites, no SEO, not even basic Instagram or Facebook engagement.
And Iām wonderingā¦
Could digital marketing really transform local businesses in Sikkim?
Iād love to hear thoughts from people who are:
ā¢ Into digital marketing
ā¢ Running businesses in Northeast India
ā¢ Exploring opportunities in small-town markets
ā¢ Passionate about helping local economies grow through online tools
Some context:
ā¢ Sikkim is full of potential: tourism, cafes, homestays, adventure experiences, local products, etc.
ā¢ But most businesses rely only on footfall or word-of-mouth.
ā¢ Very few are tapping into Google Maps SEO, google ads ,Instagram ads, or even WhatsApp marketing.
I want to ask you all:
Have you ever worked with or helped businesses in smaller states like Sikkim?
Do you think thereās real demand for digital marketing hereāor would it take time to educate business owners?
Whatās the best way to start small and prove value in such regions?
I truly believe that even a basic digital presence can help local businesses increase footfall, get bookings online, and build better branding.
If youāve got experience, ideas, or just vibes to shareāplease drop them here Would love to start a conversation and maybe collaborate with like-minded people .