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| PM Modi to visit Bhutan today | | | New Delhi, Nov 10:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the Kingdom of Bhutan for a state visit on November 11-12.
This high-profile visit continues the rich tradition of regular, high-level exchanges that define the unique and exemplary partnership between India and Bhutan. It is a moment to not only celebrate this enduring friendship but also to chart a new course for shared progress.
A central event of the visit will be the joint inauguration of the massive 1,020-MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project alongside His Majesty The King, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. This flagship project, a testament to the robust India-Bhutan energy cooperation, will boost Bhutan’s power capacity by nearly 40% and secure a consistent source of clean energy for India.
PM Modi will participate in the special celebrations marking the 70th birth anniversary of His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the revered Fourth Druk Gyalpo. This reflects the deep respect and close ties between the royal families and the leadership of both nations.
The visit coincides with the exposition of the Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha from India in Bhutan. PM Modi will offer prayers to the Holy Relics at Tashichhodzong in Thimphu and attend the Global Peace Prayer Festival, underscoring the profound spiritual and cultural foundation of the partnership. ilateral discussions
The Prime Minister will hold bilateral discussions with his counterpart, Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, to review the wide-ranging cooperation, particularly focusing on India’s ₹10,000 Crore grant assistance for Bhutan’s 13th Five Year Plan (2024-2029) and exploring new areas like:
Rail Connectivity: Reviewing progress on the historic cross-border rail links, including the Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse lines.
Gelephu Mindfulness City: Reaffirming support for His Majesty’s visionary economic hub project.
Space and Fin-tech: Advancing collaboration in emerging sectors like the India-Bhutan SAT and BHIM UPI integration. |
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