2018 has been a landmark year in the
history of relationship between India and Bhutan. It has been 50 years to the
establishment of formal diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Bhutan-India relations have been shaped as much by history, culture and
geopolitical realties as also by the wise and visionary leadership of the two
countries and the belief of their people in a shared destiny. Commemorating the
golden jubilee of the Indo-Bhutan relationship, a special logo was launched on
12th Jan 2018. This year is an opportunity to showcase to the world
the successful association between two neighbors and how two vastly
asymmetrical countries can co-exist and prosper. To celebrate the close and
exemplary relationship in a befitting manner, apart from venerating events such
as cultural and sporting activities, the planned activities include the
inauguration of a number of infrastructure projects, new initiatives and
numerous exchanges that are expected to take the friendship to next level.
To celebrate the last 50 years of
togetherness, the Student Services Cell at Jagran Lakecity University organized
a cultural programme to enlighten the students about the journey of India and
Bhutan as diplomacies. The day was deliberately chosen to be 21st February
to double the occasion for celebration, it was the 38th birth
anniversary of the fifth dragon king of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Khesar
Namgyel Wangchuck.
The programme started with the welcome
address by Namgay Dorji, President, Bhutanese Student Association followed by
presenting the dignitaries with Trashi Khaddar. Khaddar is a traditional scarf
printed with eight auspicious signs in Buddhism; its gift means a wish of good
fortune and health for the receiver. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Jagran Lakecity
University Prof. (Dr.) Anoop Swarup graced the occasion as Chief Guest along
with the Deans and Directors of various schools in attendance.
The various programs that followed were
cultural dance by the Bhutanese students of JLU Bhopal and MANIT, solo song
performance by Namgay Dorji and many remarkable documentaries that threw light
on the relationship of India and Bhutan. To specially celebrate the birthday of
His Majesty, a cake cutting ceremony also took place.
It was a delight to witness the
auditorium being full to its maximum capacity with students standing as
spectators. Followed by the cultural programme, an exhibition was put up by the
students of Bhutanese Association.
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