What happened?
On September 6, 2025, Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay described the signing of the 570 MW Wangchhu Hydropower Project agreement between Adani Power Ltd. and Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) as a historic milestone in Bhutan-India clean energy cooperation. As part of his ongoing visit to India, Tobgay met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Delhi, who conveyed greetings on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Tobgay, accompanied by his spouse Aum Tashi Doma, also visited the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, where they offered prayers.
Why it matters to India
The agreement strengthens India-Bhutan energy cooperation and highlights India’s role in supporting Bhutan’s hydropower development, a key element in bilateral relations. It also reflects the deep cultural and spiritual ties between the two nations, reinforced through Tobgay’s visit to Ayodhya. The project contributes to India’s clean energy goals while further consolidating the unique and time-tested partnership with Bhutan.