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Come August this year, the widening work of the road between Pangrizampa and Chhamina at Kawang Gewog in Thimphu will be completed, according to the Department of Surface Transport. The road, which is also used by the staff and students of Gyalpozhing College of Information and Technology, will be upgraded to Primary National Highway standards. While users have expressed concerns...

In Monggar, commercial lemon farming is a rare sight. However, a farmer from Neykhang village is changing that. Agriculture officials said he is the only farmer cultivating seedless lemons on a large scale besides growing other fruits. 36-year-old Ugyen Tshewang has around 115 seedless lemon trees in around one acre of land. Before resigning, Ugyen worked as a driver with...

The Gumti Ecotourism project in Dagana’s Tsendagang Gewog is steadily gaining popularity as a community-based ecotourism destination. Since its opening in February last year, the campsite has welcomed over 300 individuals including a few international tourists. The ecotourism project has also helped engage a few unemployed youths from the locality in meaningful ways, catering services to the visitors. Located on...

Punakha is a key tourist destination in the country. However, due to the absence of a designated craft market, tourists have limited opportunities to explore local handicrafts. Currently, Barp Gewog is the only place in the district with some handicraft shops. But there's good news; a new craft market will soon be established, enhancing accessibility and promoting indigenous crafts. The...