Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day state visit to Bhutan, lauded the ties between the two nations and said that the partnership between India and Bhutan is not limited to land and water.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi becomes the first foreign head of government to receive Bhutan's highest civilian award, the 'Order of Druk Gyalpo' on Friday.
Calling the aspirations and goals of the youth of two nations "similar", PM Modi assured Bhutan of India's support at each step to make Brand Bhutan and Bhutan Believe successful.
As per ranking and precedence established, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo was instituted as the decoration for lifetime achievement and is the pinnacle of the honour system in Bhutan, taking precedence over all orders, decorations and medals.
Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Tuesday called on Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck to benefit from his guidance on ways to further deepen ties between the two nations.
He will call on newly-elected Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Foreign Minister Lyonpo DN Dhungyel and Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
The plan aims to transform Gelephu into a dynamic Special Administrative Region and position it as a hub for growth and innovation while preserving the natural and cultural heritage of Bhutan.
The proposed land connection from Gelephu or Samdrup Jongkhar, traversing Assam and Northeast Indian states, extends to Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore, forming a dynamic economic corridor that bridges South Asia to Southeast Asia.
With more than 500 participants, runners of all ages joined the marathon to celebrate their love for the sport and their deep respect and admiration for the Bhutan King.
The Bhutan King, who arrived in Assam on November for an official 8-day visit to India is accompanied by senior officials of the royal government of Bhutan.