At the airport in Thimphu, Prime Minister Modi displays his brotherly affection for his counterpart Tobgay from Bhutan
In preparation for his formal two-day state visit to Bhutan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched in at Paro International Airport on Friday. At the airport, PM Modi was greeted with warmth by Tshering Tobgay, his colleague from Bhutan, who also offered him a firm embrace.
The Bhutanese military forces then presented PM Modi with a guard of honor. On Friday morning, Prime Minister Modi left for Bhutan, where he would be visiting as a state visitor from March 22–23.
Concerned authorities prepared in great detail to greet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Paro International Airport prior to his arrival in Bhutan.
At the airport, posters featuring PM Modi and his colleague from Bhutan were erected, while flowers and Rangoli (colored artwork) were used to adorn the space.
To greet PM Modi, a red carpet and vibrant banners depicting Bhutanese culture were also placed up.
In addition, airport security was strengthened to guarantee PM Modi’s safe arrival.
Prime Minister Modi will participate in a number of events to strengthen the bilateral relationship between Bhutan and India when he is there.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday that PM Modi’s visit has been postponed owing to “inclement” weather, and alternative dates are being negotiated via diplomatic channels on both sides. This news follows PM Modi’s departure to Bhutan.
The bilateral relationship between India and Bhutan is distinct and exceptional, based on mutual trust, goodwill, and understanding.
A formal diplomatic relationship was formed between the two nations in 1968, with the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation—signed in 1949 and reaffirmed in February 2007—serving as the foundation.
High-level contacts have been essential in fostering the close relationship between Bhutan and India throughout the years.
The fact that Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the King of Bhutan, has visited India many times highlights the strong relations between the two countries. He traveled to India for the final time in November 2023.
Similar to this, the August 2019 visit by Prime Minister Modi to Bhutan was a historic occasion that saw the start of important bilateral initiatives meant to promote economic connectivity and collaboration.
Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay of Bhutan recently made an official visit to India in March 2024, which served as additional confirmation of both nations’ commitment to strengthening bilateral connections in a number of areas, including development cooperation and strong economic ties.
