AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMonsoon Risk for HKH: ICIMOD warns that even with below-normal rainfall forecast for Bhutan, India, Nepal and Pakistan, short bursts of intense rain, heat and water stress can still trigger flash floods and landslides—so communities should track short-term advisories closely. Bhutan Tourism Trade Push: Bhutan International Travel Mart 2026 in Thimphu drew 200+ international buyers from 15 markets and 50+ Bhutan exhibitors, aiming to build new partnerships and high-value tourism products. Solar for Public Services: DGPC says solar panels are now installed in 187 public facilities across Thimphu and parts of Chhukha/Basochhu, targeting cleaner power and reduced reliance on hydropower as a multi-phase ADB-backed programme scales to 2028. Agrifood Export Linkages: Assam flagged off 500 kg GI-tagged Tezpur “Piyaji” litchis to Singapore via a Druk Air route from Bhutan via Guwahati, following earlier exports to Dubai—showing regional market connectivity for premium produce. Power Sector Leadership: SJVN appointed Rajesh Kumar Chandel as Director (Projects), with decades of experience across hydroelectric project planning and execution in India, Nepal and Bhutan.
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