New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in his two-day visit to Bhutan, went to Simtokha Dzong in Semtokha where he met a group of monks. In a video shared by news agency ANI, PM Modi can be seen sharing some candid moments with the monks. Prime Minister of Bhutan (Dr.) Lotay Tshering was also present.
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#WATCH Bhutan: Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets monks at Simtokha Dzong in Semtokha. Prime Minister of Bhutan (Dr.) Lotay Tshering also present. pic.twitter.com/BUk7RSO3kY
— ANI (@ANI) August 17, 2019
Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bhutan on a two-day state visit during which held talks with Bhutanese leaders to further deepen the bilateral ties. This is prime minister’s second visit to Bhutan and the first since his re-election.
Bhutanese Prime Minister Lotay Tshering received Modi at the airport. Modi was accorded a guard of honour on his arrival here. In his departure statement issued in New Delhi on Friday, the prime minister said his visit to the Himalayan nation in the beginning of the current term reflects the high importance his government attaches to New Delhi’s relations with Bhutan—a “trusted friend and neighbour”.
He expressed confidence that his visit will promote India’s “time-tested and valued friendship” with Bhutan and consolidate it further for the prosperous future and progress of the people of both the countries.
During the visit, Modi would hold talks with King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and his Bhutanese counterpart on the entire gamut of bilateral relations.
Prime Minister Modi will also address young Bhutanese students at the prestigious Royal University of Bhutan.