Bhutan’s health sector has been struggling with a persistent shortage of nurses, but recent updates from the Ministry of Health (MoH) suggest steady progress is being made. According to Health Minister, Tandin Wangchuk, the National Medical Services (NMS) recruited 191 Diploma Nurses effective 15th September 2025.  All of them are …

The Ministry of Education, Skills and Development (MoESD) had earlier set the official school starting age at six years (or above 5 years and 6 months), citing children’s physical and mental readiness and international best practices.   However, the Prime Minister, during the 20th Meet-the-Press session, said that as per a …

Thousands of students and staff rely on meals served in institutional settings every day. For many, what is served in the college or school mess is not just a meal, it is their main source of daily nutrition. Yet, institutional kitchens often prioritise quantity over quality, focusing on filling stomachs …

According to the research, in urban areas, testing of 13,640 water samples for E. coli, which signals fecal contamination, showed that only 52.8 percent met the national safety standard of zero bacteria per 100 milliliters A recent study published by the Royal Centre for Disease Control (RCDC) has revealed that …

Inclusive education is not just a philosophy, it is a fundamental human right. It is rooted in the belief that every child, regardless of ability or background, deserves equal access to quality education in a learning environment that values diversity and promotes belonging. Globally, inclusive education has gained momentum, guided …

Following the National Education Assessment (NEA) 2024 findings, discussions have emerged about the possible reasons behind the decline in student well-being.  Among Grade III students, those reporting they “always” feel happy at school fell by 16 percent, from 44 percent in 2021 to 28 percent in 2024. The NEA 2024 …

The Bhutan Stroke Foundation, with support from YELP and in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), has initiated a pilot program to support nine women stroke survivors.  These women, aged between 30 and 45 years, have been under the foundation’s social support system for more than …

Inclusive education remains a priority in Bhutan to provide equitable and quality learning for all children. Despite considerable progress, children with disabilities still face significant challenges accessing education, especially beyond the primary level. When children with disabilities have access to quality early education, they are better prepared to enter school …

Bhutan is facing a triple burden of malnutrition: undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and rising overweight and obesity, that threatens the country’s human capital. According to a report published by the Ministry of Health (MoH) and UNICEF Bhutan, while child stunting has declined from 33.5 percent in 2010 to 17.9 percent in …

The National Education Assessment (NEA) 2024 for Classes III and VI was launched on 12th September by the Bhutan Council for School Examinations and Assessment (BCSEA) under the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD). Conducted every three years, the previous NEA was released in 2021. The initiative, funded by …