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An auspicious beginning

Feb 25, 2026 3 mins read
An auspicious beginning

Last week, Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) stood at the epicentre of events that were as symbolic as they were historic. As the nation celebrated the 46th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the King, two deeply auspicious milestones were marked in Gelephu — one signifying fruition, the other heralding a grand beginning.

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