PM Modi Gets Bhutan's Top Award, a First for a Foreign Leader

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:28am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday India Global

Bhutan's King confers the prestigious Order of the Druk Gyalpo on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, making him the first foreign head to receive this honor. The award recognizes Modi's lifetime achievements and contributions. Previous recipients include Bhutanese royals and religious leaders. Modi dedicates the honor to the people of India. The award holds significant importance in Bhutan's honor system and is bestowed upon individuals who have made exceptional contributions to society. Modi received the award during his two-day state visit to Bhutan, marking a historic moment in bilateral relations.

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