King's birthday celebrated
Thimphu, February 22: Nation celebrated 28th birth anniversary of His Majesty the King Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuk on Thursday with various programs across the country.
A special function was organized in the capital on the occasion, broadcast live on BBS. Addressing the mass gathered to see the celebration, Prime Minister Kinzang Dorji claimed the king took several initiatives towards wellbeing of the nation and the people in a short time he assumed responsibility as the head of the state.
Granting of land kidu to few citizens, establishment of Druk Holding and Investments (DHI) and the lowering the price of sand and stone were some of the highlights Dorji cited as big achievements made during the reign of King Khesar. Students from Thimphu-schools staged a cultural program.
National Steering Committee for Coronation and Centenary Celebrations and Department of Information Technology launched the Coronation and Centenary Website www.bhutan2008.bt on the occasion.
Bhutan Post had already released CD-ROM postage stamps entitled 100 years of monarchy. The first CD stamp portrays a short history with photos and videos of the contributions of the monarchs of Bhutan. The second CD stamp highlights Bhutan’s pristine environment and conservation efforts. Bhutan News Service