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Rising crime at hot springs prompts calls for police deployment

ཟླ་༦ 26, 2025 2 mins read
Rising crime at hot springs prompts calls for police deployment

While Bhutan continues to enjoy a reputation for low crime and strong governance, a concerning rise in petty crime and substance abuse at public spaces, particularly hot springs (tshachus), is drawing public attention and parliamentary debate.

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