16 November, 2009 – Eight sponsors of the Buddha Dordenma (world’s tallest Buddha Statue) being constructed at the Kuensel phodrang, Thimphu, presented a cheque of Nu 10.09 million (USD 219,200) yesterday to the Prime Minister, Lyonchen Jigme Y Thinley yesterday.
[Note: Keeping in line with our philosophy and as part of our giving back policy, Bridge To Bhutan made a humble contribution to His Majesty’s Earthquake Relief Fund on 20th October 2009]
The contribution will be given to His Majesty’s kidu fund for the September 21 earthquake relief works.
Speaking at the handing over ceremony, Lyonchhoen Jigme Y Thinley said that the gesture was deeply appreciated. “I thank you all on behalf of the government and the people of Bhutan,” said Lyonchhoen.
By Kinga Dema (Kuensel)