AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoChild Eye Care: Over 70 international eye experts gathered in Thimphu for the 5th South Asian Academy of Ophthalmology, focusing on childhood eye diseases and strabismus, with Bhutan sharing local data showing 1,218 cases in 2025. Maternal & Child Health Upgrade: During EAM S Jaishankar’s Bhutan visit, India-backed projects included inaugurating the 65-bedded Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Mother and Child Hospital in Mongar, boosting access to care. Energy + Health Link: India and Bhutan signed a concessional ₹4,000 crore Line of Credit for Bhutan energy projects, alongside hydropower milestones—an indirect boost for reliable power that health services depend on. Regional Health Cooperation: Jaishankar’s talks also highlighted wider development cooperation, including connectivity and people-to-people programmes tied to long-term wellbeing. Community Wellness: The Thimphu Marathon drew around 600 runners for a run for global peace, promoting health, mindfulness and environmental awareness. Wellness Awareness: World Wellness Weekend marked its 10th year with sleep, nutrition, movement, mindfulness and purpose pillars aimed at SDG 3 good health and wellbeing. Eco-Health Angle: A Bhutan Butterfly Meet in Trashi Yangtse documented 103 species, spotlighting how healthy ecosystems support healthier communities.
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