Modi Begins Two-Day Bhutan Visit to Deepen Ties and Inaugurate Hydropower
Modi Begins Two-Day Bhutan Visit to Deepen Ties and Inaugurate Hydropower
Prime Minister Narendra Modi heads to Thimphu for a two-day state visit, meeting Bhutan's kings and premier while inaugurating the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project to boost energy partnership.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Thimphu for a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening ties with Bhutan and marking the 70th birthday of the fourth Bhutanese king.
During the visit, Modi is expected to meet the current king Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck, the former king Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and Bhutan’s prime minister Tshering Tobgay, focusing on deepening friendship and shared progress.
A key highlight is the inauguration of the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project, a flagship energy partnership that powers bilateral development and regional integration.
The trip underscores ongoing cooperation in energy, trade, and people-to-people ties, reinforcing India’s role as a trusted neighbor.
Observers say the visit signals continuity in the neighborhood policy and sets the stage for upcoming regional priorities, with leaders stressing stability and mutual growth.
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