PM Modi met His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck in Bhutan, joined Global Peace Prayer Festival and inaugurated Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the Fourth King of Bhutan, during his two-day state visit to the Himalayan kingdom- a visit that reaffirmed the enduring strength of the India–Bhutan partnership. The meeting took place amid celebrations of the Fourth King’s 70th birth anniversary and the ongoing Global Peace Prayer Festival in Thimphu.
Extending warm greetings on behalf of the Government and people of India, PM Modi wished the Fourth King good health and long life. He thanked him for his “leadership, counsel, and guidance” in nurturing the close bonds between the two neighbours. The leaders discussed key areas of cooperation and highlighted the shared spiritual, cultural and historical ties that continue to shape relations between India and Bhutan.
PM Modi Joins Global Peace Prayer Festival
PM Modi joined Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the Fourth King and Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay at the Kalachakra initiation ceremony at Thimphu’s Changlimithang Stadium, part of the Global Peace Prayer Festival. The ceremony was presided over by Je Khenpo, Bhutan’s Chief Abbot.
Had a wonderful meeting with His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo. Appreciated his extensive efforts over the years towards further cementing India-Bhutan ties. Discussed cooperation in energy, trade, technology and connectivity. Lauded the progress in the Gelephu Mindfulness City… pic.twitter.com/It8O8TTYbi
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 12, 2025
Bhutan’s King expressed appreciation for the presence of the Holy Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha from India, brought to Bhutan for public veneration during the festival- a gesture reflecting the deep spiritual connection between the two countries.
An accomplished spiritual master, Prime Minister @narendramodi, inaugurated and blessed the sacred Kalachakra Empowerment which began today as part of the ongoing Global Peace Prayer Festival. pic.twitter.com/mgbCKGdhnx
— Tshering Tobgay (@tsheringtobgay) November 12, 2025
India–Bhutan Hydropower Partnership Strengthened
In a major milestone for bilateral cooperation, PM Modi and Bhutan’s King jointly inaugurated the 1,020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project, marking the start of electricity exports from Bhutan to India. The two leaders also agreed to resume work on the 1,200 MW Punatsangchhu-I project, which will become Bhutan’s largest hydroelectric venture once completed.
India has extended a ₹40 billion concessional line of credit to support Bhutan’s energy initiatives and welcomed greater participation of Indian companies in the hydropower sector. Both sides expressed satisfaction over progress under the Joint Vision on Energy Partnership, signed in 2024.
