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BBPL factory fuels local business boom in Darla

Feb 25, 2026 2 mins read
BBPL factory fuels local business boom in Darla

Chukha—Nearly 40 years after its commissioning in 1988, the Bhutan Board Products Limited (BBPL) factory in Darla continues to be one of the region’s largest employers, driving the local economy and supporting community livelihoods.

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