Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a state visit to Bhutan from November 11 to 12, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries, according to the Ministry of External Affairs
(MEA) on Saturday.
During the visit, PM Modi will meet Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and the two leaders will inaugurate the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project, developed jointly by the two countries. He will also attend the celebrations marking the 70th birth anniversary of Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the fourth King of Bhutan and father of the current monarch.
Prime Minister Modi will also hold discussions with his Bhutanese counterpart, Tshering Tobgay. His visit coincides with the exposition of the Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha from India. The PM will offer prayers to the Holy Relics at Tashichhodzong in Thimphu and will also participate in the Global Peace Prayer Festival organised by the Royal Government of Bhutan, according to the MEA.
“Prime Minister’s visit will provide an opportunity for both sides to deliberate on ways to further enhance and strengthen our bilateral partnership, and exchange views on regional and wider issues of mutual interest,” read the official statement.
CNN-News18 had earlier reported PM Modi’s upcoming visit to the Himalayan nation on the occasion of the 70th birthday of Jigme Singye Wangchuck.
