Assam CM Calls Bhutan Visit A Recognition Of State’s Economic Progress

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma celebrated his invitation to Bhutan's National Day festivities, saying it was a major acknowledgement of Assam's rise to prominence in the economy.

The invitation underscores Assam's increasing economic influence in the region, CM Sarma emphasized. Bhutan’s National Day is observed on December 17th to honour the sacrifices made by the country’s ancestors and to remember the coronation of Bhutan’s first King, His Majesty Ugyen Wangchuk, in 1907.

The Chief Minister's visit highlights how Assam and Bhutan have deepened their diplomatic and economic ties.

The Assam CM had earlier announced that he will be present as the chief guest during Bhutan's National Day festivities on December 17, 2024. The strengthening diplomatic ties between Assam and Bhutan are highlighted by the fact that this is the first time an Assam chief minister has been invited to the esteemed event.

The bilateral ties between India and Bhutan had been anticipated to be further strengthened by CM Sarma's attendance.

CM Sarma had expressed his gratitute for the invitation in a social media post that read, "I am on my way to Thimphu to attend Bhutan’s National Day celebrations at the invitation of His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk. I sincerely hope this visit will reinforce the enduring friendship between the great people of Bhutan and the State of Assam."

The Kingdom of Bhutan observes National Day as a public holiday every year on December 17.

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