AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoIndia-Bhutan Infrastructure Push: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar wrapped talks with Bhutan’s FM DN Dhungyel in Bumthang, reviewing development partnership, energy, trade, connectivity and people-to-people ties, and marking projects including a 65-bed Mother and Child Hospital in Mongar, the Jaganathan Bridge in Samdrup Jongkhar, and the 500-kW Lunana hydropower foundation stone. Dairy Sector Boost: Jaishankar also handed over 43 pureline Jersey cows to Bhutan’s National Cattle Breeding Centre in Bumthang to raise milk productivity and support farmers. Energy Diversification Watch: AFP reports Bhutan’s solar rollout is accelerating as winter river shortfalls and glacier risks increase dependence on imported electricity, with projects like Dechencholing (4.45 MW) and Sephu (>22 MW). Healthcare Upgrade in Gelephu: Gelephu Mindfulness City’s GMC is inviting firms to assess and design major renovations for the Central Regional Referral Hospital, citing leaks, ageing systems and safety concerns. Logistics Leadership: Blue Dart appointed R.S. Subramanian as Managing Director effective 30 Nov 2026, succeeding Balfour Manuel. Payments Policy Context: India’s UPI merchant charges above ₹2,000 (0.4% MDR) are facing legal challenge in the Supreme Court. Regional Wildlife Enforcement: South Asian countries, including Bhutan, backed stronger coordinated action against illegal wildlife trade through intelligence sharing, financial probes and prosecution.
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