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​Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi joined today the King of Bhutan, the Royal Family, the Government and people of Bhutan at the event to mark the 70th birth anniversary of His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the Fourth King of Bhutan, held at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu. On the occasion, His Majesty the King of Bhutan led a collective prayer in remembrance of the victims of the Delhi blast.

2. ​Prime Minister addressed the gathering and conveyed the warm wishes of the people of India to His Majesty the Fourth King and to the people of Bhutan. He highlighted the transformative reign of His Majesty, which saw emergence of Bhutan as a modern nation-state and as a constitutional democratic monarchy. Under the Fourth King’s leadership, Bhutan introduced the unique concept of Gross National Happiness, blending economic growth with sustainability.

3.​ Prime Minister thanked His Majesty the Fourth King of Bhutan for his invaluable contribution to the special friendship between India and Bhutan. His Majesty, the Fourth King has personally shaped the India-Bhutan partnership over the years across all sectors of bilateral cooperation. Prime Minister expressed that the relationship will continue to benefit from His Majesty’s guidance and wise counsel.

4.​ Prime Minister commended the vision and steadfast efforts of His Majesty the King of Bhutan in successfully carrying forward the illustrious legacy of His Majesty the Fourth King. He underscored Bhutan’s remarkable progress under His Majesty’s leadership, as well as the enduring friendship and close partnership between India and Bhutan. Full address of Prime Minister may be seen here (Link)

Thimpu
November 11, 2025