He was received by the fans from Darjeeling hills with almost 200 vehicles from hills, when he traveled on Darjeeling Mail from Calcutta and arrived at New Jalpaiguri station, tight security was provided. He was brought up to Darjeeling in an open top jeep, he was felicitated on the way by the fans with 'Khadas', flowers and musical bands. It took seven hours to reach Darjeeling.
(darjeeling times)