His Majesty The King graced the opening ceremony of the sixth session of the Fourth Parliament, today. The Prime Minister, National Assembly Speaker, National Council Chairperson, Opposition Leader, and Members of Parliament received His Majesty in the traditional Chibdrel procession.
Opening the session, the National Assembly Speaker, Tempa Dorji, on behalf of the parliament and the people of Bhutan, expressed gratitude to His Majesty The King for gracing the ceremony despite His Majesty’s numerous national responsibilities.
“The raising of the 108 Jangchub Chortens, born from His Majesty’s profound vision and completed within a single day, is a truly extraordinary achievement. It stands as a testament to His Majesty’s boundless vision, enlightened leadership, and enduring legacy – a historic accomplishment worthy of the highest reverence. Through such profound and sacred endeavours, His Majesty continues to uphold Bhutan’s identity as a Dharma kingdom,” said Tempa Dorji, Speaker, National Assembly.
The Speaker also highlighted His Majesty’s contributions to nation-building, particularly through the establishment of the De-suung, Gyalsung, and Pelsung programmes, which provide young Bhutanese with opportunities to develop skills and prepare for the future.
“At the recent passing out parade ceremony of the second Gyalsung training programme at the Gyalsung Training Centre in Khotakha, His Majesty reminded the trainees that Bhutan has entered a new and promising chapter of transformation and progress. Most importantly, His Majesty emphasised that the strength of our nation lies in the unity and solidarity of all Bhutanese. This profound message is one that we must all hold close to our hearts and translate into meaningful action in service of our nation and people.”
The speaker also expressed gratitude to His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen, and members of the Royal Family for their prayers and support during the raising of the 108 Jangchub stupas.
Further, Speaker Tempa Dorji acknowledged the contributions of His Holiness the Je Khenpo, the Central Monastic Body, religious institutions and all Bhutanese towards the spiritual undertakings and development of the Gelephu Mindfulness City.
The winter session of the National Assembly will deliberate on the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill of Bhutan 2026, Jabmi (Amendment) Bill of Bhutan 2026, Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Bill, Insolvency and Rehabilitation Bill of Bhutan 2026, Mines and Minerals Bill of Bhutan 2026, and the Pay Revision Bill of Bhutan 2026.
The National Assembly will also review the Anti-Corruption Commission’s annual report for the financial year 2025–26 and deliberate on 16 Action Taken Reports and motions.
During the joint sitting, the Parliament will discuss the Cooperatives and Farmer Groups Bill of Bhutan 2025, amendments to Bhutan’s reservations under the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and three annual audit reports presented by the Public Accounts Committee.
Namgay Wangdi
Edited by Sonam Wangdi
