What happened?
Prime Minister of Bhutan Tshering Tobgay arrived in New Delhi on February 20, 2025 on a three-day visit to India. Mr. Tobgay will hold a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit and he will also participate in the SOUL Leadership Conclave as the keynote speaker. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first SOUL Leadership Conclave in Delhi on February 23. The event marks the formal launch of the Gandhinagar-based School of Ultimate Learning (SOUL), which will provide leadership training from 2027. Bhutanese Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay will be the Guest of Honour, alongside notable Indian leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs.
Why it matters to India?
SOUL aims to cultivate leadership among India’s youth, aligning with the government’s focus on skill development and capacity building. The conclave enhances India’s educational and diplomatic outreach, with Bhutan’s participation reinforcing bilateral ties. As India aspires to be a global knowledge hub, initiatives like SOUL strengthen its intellectual and leadership capital.