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PDP secures clean sweep in Lhuentse due to past work

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has emerged victorious in both the constituencies of Lhuentse, securing a total of 4,217 votes. In Gangzur_Minjey, PDP claimed victory with a total of 1,731 votes (688 EVM and 1,043 PB), surpassing Bhutan Tendrel Party (BTP) which got 1,375 votes. The registered voters numbered 9,461, …

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PDP wins in Trongsa due to accomplishment and close ties

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) achieved significant victories in both constituencies of Trongsa, amassing a total of 2,744 votes, comprising 1,676 Electronic Votes (EVM) and 1,068 Postal Ballots (PB). PDP’s Namgay Dorji of  Draagteng Langthil constituency won with 1,695 votes (1,109 EVM and 586 PB). The registered voter count was …

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PDP wins Bumthang but is not complacent

People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has emerged victorious in Bumthang, securing both seats with a total of 2,720 votes. The breakdown of votes reveals that 1,956 were cast through Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), while 764 were postal votes (PB). PDP candidate, Sonam Rinchen from Chhumig Ura, garnered an impressive 1,107 votes …

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Public debate on Right to Information

In an exciting debate amongst the candidates of Lingmukha-Teodwang constituency of Punakha, the Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) candidate, Tenzin Tshewang, picked the envelope containing the subject “Right to Information” as his debate topic. The DPT candidate stated that though it is an individual right to have access to information, there …

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DPT’s plan to rectify labor market mismatch

The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) has unveiled a  manifesto to tackle the pressing issue of job-market mismatch. Recognizing the multifaceted nature of the problem, DPT emphasizes the need for an integrated approach that addresses policy reforms, institutional frameworks, and behavioral changes. Bhutan has recently grappled with a growing disparity between …

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The Presidential Debate

The Primary Round Presidential Debate for the National Assembly Elections 2023-2024, took place on 6 November 2023. President of Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT), Dorji Wangdi, highlighted the establishment of five hydro-power projects during the first government and expressed intentions to initiate three new hydro projects, if given another opportunity. The …

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