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New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday became the first foreign head of government to receive the Order of the Druk Gyalpo, Bhutan’s highest civilian honour.
The King of Bhutan conferred the honour on Modi who is on a two-day State visit, his third since taking over as the prime minister in 2014.
The Order of the Druk Gyalpo is hugely significant, symbolising a lifetime of outstanding achievements and contributions to society. It takes precedence over all orders, decorations and medals.
“Honoured to be conferred with ‘Order of the Druk Gyalpo’ Award by Bhutan. I dedicate it to 140 crore Indians,” Modi posted on X along with a video.
The Order of the Druk Gyalpo has been conferred upon only four eminent personalities since its institution.
Queen Grandmother of Bhutan Ashi Kesang Choden Wangchuck was the first recipient of the award in 2008, followed by Je Thrizur Tenzin Dendup (68th Je Khenpo of Bhutan) and Je Khenpo Trulku Ngawang Jigme Choedra — chief Abbot of the central monastic body of Bhutan. And now the Indian PM joins the august list.
The King of Bhutan made the announcement that PM Modi would be honoured during the 114th National Day celebrations on December 17, 2021.
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