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Dagana’s Narikhachhu irrigation scheme renovation to boost paddy production

Dagana’s Narikhachhu irrigation scheme renovation to boost paddy production

Farmers from Thomgang and Akhochen chiwogs in Khebisa Gewog, Dagana, can look forward to a reliable irrigation water supply for the upcoming paddy transplantation season. This is because Dagana District Administration is renovating the Narikhachhu irrigation scheme. The previous system faced significant challenges, including leakages and disruptions caused by falling boulders, leading to acute water shortages.  Construction of a 57-cubic-meter...

Government introduces Bill Discounting Facility to expedite contractor payments

Government introduces Bill Discounting Facility to expedite contractor payments

Contractors working on government projects can expect to receive their payments on time. The financial institutions introduced a new service, the Bill Discounting Facility today. This service is designed to expedite payments to contractors who usually experience delays in receiving payment upon completion of their work due to prolonged processes. However, with this facility, contractors will be able to present...

Bhutan’s disaster preparedness remains inadequate – World Bank’s “Crisis Preparedness Gap Analysis”

Bhutan’s disaster preparedness remains inadequate – World Bank’s “Crisis Preparedness Gap Analysis”

With the country facing increasing natural disasters driven by climate change, Bhutan’s disaster preparedness remains inadequate. This is according to the World Bank’s recent "Crisis Preparedness Gap Analysis" policy brief. This year alone, Bhutan has already experienced around five reported forest fire cases and an earthquake, highlighting the natural hazards the country is vulnerable to. According to the document, the...

Over 30 girls participate in RENEW’s winter empowerment programme

Over 30 girls participate in RENEW’s winter empowerment programme

To empower young girls with self-development skills essential in their adolescence, RENEW, a non-profit organisation, organised a week-long winter youth engagement programme in Thimphu. More than 30 female students aged 13 to 18 years from various schools across the country attended the programme titled “Menchung Bum”. The programme ended on 12th January. The programme provided girls with practical skill-building sessions...

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