PM Modi Begins Two-Day Visit to Bhutan to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Thimphu, November 11, 2025 Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for Bhutan on Tuesday morning for a two-day state visit aimed at deepening the close ties between India and Bhutan. During the visit, which will take place from November 11 to 12, PM Modi is scheduled to attend several official events and participate in the Global Peace Prayer Festival, organised by the Bhutanese government. In his departure message, PM Modi said he was honoured to visit Bhutan at a special time when the country is celebrating the 70th birth anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth King of Bhutan. He added that the event highlights the warm and historic friendship shared by the two nations. One of the key moments of the visit will be the exposition of the Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha from India during the Global Peace Prayer Festival. The Prime Minister said this gesture reflects the deep spiritual and cultural connection that has existed for centuries between India and Bhutan. Another highlight of the visit will be the inauguration of the Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project, a major symbol of cooperation between the two neighbours. PM Modi described the project as “another important milestone in our successful energy partnership,” adding that such initiatives have played a crucial role in strengthening economic and developmental ties. PM Modi also expressed his eagerness to meet His Majesty the King of Bhutan and Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay. He said he was confident that this visit would “further deepen our bonds of friendship and strengthen our shared efforts towards progress and prosperity.” The Prime Minister emphasized that India and Bhutan share a unique relationship based on mutual trust, respect, and goodwill. He called it a “model partnership” that reflects India’s Neighbourhood First Policy, which focuses on strengthening ties with neighbouring countries through cooperation and mutual support. Officials said the two-day visit will focus on enhancing collaboration in energy, trade, culture, and people-to-people exchanges. The visit is also expected to include discussions on regional stability, environmental cooperation, and youth and education initiatives. India and Bhutan have maintained close diplomatic ties for decades, with India being one of Bhutan’s largest development partners. The two countries have worked together on multiple hydropower projects, which not only help meet Bhutan’s energy needs but also contribute to India’s clean energy goals. As PM Modi embarks on this visit, both sides have expressed hope that the meetings and cultural exchanges will further solidify the friendship between the two Himalayan neighbours. The trip underscores India’s ongoing commitment to supporting Bhutan’s development journey and maintaining peace and harmony in : PM Modi Visits Bhutan to Strengthen Friendship and Cooperation Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his two-day state visit to Bhutan on November 11 to further deepen India-Bhutan relations. During the visit, he will attend several key events, including the Global Peace Prayer Festival, which celebrates the 70th birth anniversary of Bhutan’s Fourth King. PM Modi highlighted that the exposition of the Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha from India symbolizes the deep cultural and spiritual connection between the two nations. A major highlight of the visit will be the inauguration of the Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project, marking another step in India and Bhutan’s strong energy partnership. PM Modi said he looks forward to meeting King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in energy, culture, trade, and regional stability. He described the India-Bhutan friendship as a model of trust and goodwill under India’s Neighbourhood First Policy. The visit reflects the two countries’ shared vision for progress, peace, and sustainable growth in the reg