Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Understanding the Kalachakra Ceremony: The Sacred Buddhist Ritual Attended by PM Modi in Bhutan
Nov 12, 2025 05:02 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the sacred Kalachakra "Wheel of Time" ceremony during his diplomatic visit to Bhutan, strengthening India-Bhutan relations while honoring this profound Tibetan Buddhist ritual. The two-day visit featured meetings with Bhutanese royalty, joint inauguration of a major hydroelectric project, and prayers before holy relics of Lord Buddha, showcasing the spiritual and developmental dimensions of India's engagement with its Himalayan neighbor.
PM Modi's 2-Day State Visit to Bhutan: Strengthening India-Bhutan Strategic Partnership and Infrastructure Development
Nov 08, 2025 11:07 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bhutan on November 11-12 to strengthen bilateral relations and inaugurate the 1,020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project. The visit includes reviewing progress on two key railway projects connecting India and Bhutan, participation in celebrations for the Fourth King's 70th birth anniversary, and attending the Global Peace Prayer Festival featuring sacred Buddha relics from India. This visit underscores India's position as Bhutan's largest development partner, with a Rs 10,000 crore commitment to Bhutan's 13th Five Year Plan.