Bhutan Builds 108 Stupas and Dedicates the 76th to Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Bhutan raised 108 Stupas in a single day in Gelephu Mindfulness City on 1st November, 2026. The King of Bhutan dedicated Stupa No. 76 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a gesture that shows the warm ties between India and Bhutan.

About Bhutan's 108 Stupa Project

The project was conceived by the King of Bhutan, who also guided its implementation. Thousands of volunteers built all 108 Stupas in one day.

What are the key features?

• Height: Each Stupa is 15 metres tall.
• Spacing: Stupas stand 108 metres apart.
• Stretch: They line 11.7 km along the Aie (Mau) River.
• Location: Gelephu Mindfulness City, near the Assam border.

What is its aim?

The project aims to present Gelephu Mindfulness City as a major centre of Vajrayana Buddhism and to reflect the values and culture of the Bhutanese people.

The King of Bhutan Honours PM Modi with Stupa No. 76

The King of Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck dedicated it to PM Modi for his commitment and steady support to Gelephu Mindfulness City. The King, Bhutan’s Prime Minister, and Rijiju offered prayers there. Rijiju thanked the King on behalf of PM Modi.

Shri Kiren Rijiju Attends the Raising of 108 Stupas in Bhutan

Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, represented the Government of India. The ceremony for raising and consecrating the Stupas was held on 1 November 2026 and led by the King of Bhutan.

The Government of India described his presence as a sign of shared spiritual and cultural ties and of the close friendship between the people of both countries.

Rijiju Visit from 31 October to 2 November to Bhutan

During his visit from 31 October to 2 November 2026, Rijiju had an audience with King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and met Bhutan’s Prime Minister, Dasho Tshering Tobgay. Both sides welcomed the growing cooperation in development, trade, energy, investment, connectivity and cultural links. Rijiju also reaffirmed India’s support for Gelephu Mindfulness City and its role in developing neighbouring areas in India.