The whole Nation came together to celebrate the unparalleled legacy of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo. Thousands of people, dressed in their finest attire, thronged Changlimethang stadium in Thimphu to celebrate the 60th Birth Anniversary of the Druk Gyalpo.
His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo was born on this day in 1955 at the Dechencholing Palace in Thimphu.
People started pouring in at the stadium as early as 5 AM, today. The event began with His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo being ushered in at the Stadium in traditional chipdrel ceremony.
The sacred occasion was made even more special with presence of His Majesty the King accompanied by Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen. Their Majesties the Queen Mothers and members of the Royal Family were also present.
The momentous occasion saw His Majesty the King, along with the people gathered at the stadium, offering Zhabten to His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo for His Majesty’s eternal well-being and long life.
As part of the celebration, people from all walks of life, from Dzongkhags as far as Trashigang and Samdrup Jongkhar, presented cultural and entertainment programmes.
