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Geotechnical survey underway for Gelephu International Airport

December 24, 2024
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The development of Gelephu International Airport is progressing, with a geotechnical investigation currently underway in Samtenling Gewog. Four teams are conducting surveys at various locations to gather data about the soil and rock conditions at the proposed site. During the 117th National Day celebrations on Tuesday, His Majesty The King announced that the airport construction will begin next year and aim to complete it by the end of 2029.

Geotechnical site investigation involves a series of tests and analyses to assess the physical properties of the soil and rock at a proposed construction site. The data collected ensures the stability and safety of structures built on the ground.

As the construction of the international airport gains momentum, the people of Gelephu are elated with the news. They said it was the most awaited announcement.

“His Majesty’s address to the nation regarding the launch of the Gelephu Mindfulness City project very soon has brought great joy to both taxi drivers and residents of Gelephu. There hasn’t been much work for taxi drivers to date, the influx of foreign people will create new opportunities for us,” said Pem Tshewang, a resident of Gelephu.

“The people of Sarpang are very happy because until now there has only been one international airport in Paro. However, His Majesty announced during the 117th National Day celebrations that Gelephu International Airport will be larger than the Paro Airport. The people are excited about the upcoming GMC project,” said Prem Prasad Katel, another resident.

“Once the airport construction begins, people from other countries will start arriving. We will have job opportunities as they come in. We feel happy and proud that our country will grow,” said Sun Lal Kami, also a resident.

During the 117th National Day celebrations on Tuesday, His Majesty The King announced that Bhutanese living abroad, particularly from those in Australia, the US, and Canada have pledged 140 million US Dollars to the airport project.

His Majesty also announced that the project is not just an infrastructure development, it’s a People’s Project, a national-building effort, a lifeline for Bhutan, for the economy, security, sovereignty and the future.

Karma Wangdi, Sarpang

Edited by Sonam Pem

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