Samtse Dzongkhag Donates Nu. 3.687 Million to BHTF
On behalf of the Bhutan Health Trust Fund (BHTF) Board, the Hon’ble Chairperson, His Excellency Lyonpo Tandin Wangchuk, graciously received generous contribution of Nu. 3,687,029.44 (Three Million, Six Hundred Eighty-Seven Thousand, Twenty-Nine and Chhetrum Forty-Four) from Samtse Dzongkhag on October 21, 2025
The contributions were presented by delegations led by the Dasho Dzongdas, representing the collective goodwill of their communities. The funds were raised through the combined efforts of Dzongkhag and Thromde office, regional offices, business communities, schools, training institutes, and the people of 15 gewogs under Samtse.
The donations were made as a heartfelt tribute to the 70th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, whose noble vision inspired the establishment of the Bhutan Health Trust Fund.
This united gesture reflects the deep sense of responsibility and solidarity among the people of both Dzongkhags in upholding His Majesty’s visionary legacy and supporting Bhutan’s free primary healthcare services.
The Chairperson expressed heartfelt gratitude to the teams led by Dasho Dzongdas, comprising the Dzongkhag Public Health Officers, and the entire communities of Mongar and Samtse for their inspiring initiative, unity, and generosity.
Their contributions will play a vital role in ensuring the continued supply of essential drugs and vaccines, sustaining free and equitable healthcare for all Bhutanese.
