No foreign invitees for coronation celebrations

Thimphu, September 03: The Royal government has said no international dignities will be invited to attend the coronation ceremony of the fifth Druk Gyalpo next year.

In a somber function will be organised in Chamlimithang ground, the ground that has the historical stories of Ugen Wangchuk’s victory over his opponents leading to the establishment of monarchy in the kingdom, in Thimphu where the nationals will attend in mass. Earlier, the government had planned to invite dignitaries from at least 25 countries. Even then, monarchies in Japan, England and Thailand along with India have shown interest to participate the function.

The coronation celebration of fourth Druk Gyalpo was organized in lavish style which was represented by large number of the heads of states, representatives of foreign missions and international organizations, personal guests of the royal family and media persons from around the globe. 

Instead, the royal government plans to celebrate the coronation of new king with smaller function in all 20 districts.

The National Steering Committee for Coronation and Centenary Celebrations (NSCCCC) has been established to ensure that all ministries, Dratshang and armed forces take part in the celebrations in their own way. Bhutan News Service