King Jigme Khesar visits Gyalsung Academies

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Posted By: Brittani Barger Sunday, 17 November 2024, 2:13

King Jigme Khesar of Bhutan has visited the Gyalsung Academies in Gyalpozhing, Mongar and Pemathang, Samdrup Jongkhar.

The King visited both academies on 16 November to meet the Gyalsups, who include men and women over the age of 18.

During his visit, His Majesty met with the Gyalsups training at the two academies and took group photos for the history books.

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The Gyalsups are Bhutan’s National Service that was launched on 5 September 2024. The training will conclude on 3 December.

The Royal Office for Media explained about the Gyalsups: “The historic first cohort of Gyalsups are pioneers of a transformative journey for the nation, paving the way for generations to come as Bhutan establishes National Service.”

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Brittani Barger
Brittani is from the United States and has been researching, writing and reporting on the royals for over a decade. Successfully gaining exclusives and interviews with royals across the globe, Brittani left her role as an editor for another news site to help bring you Royal News. She's been seen on BBC World, WION News and other news programs to discuss the royal families.

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