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Drinchengang to become Bhutan’s first innovative model village

Jun 16, 2025 2 mins read
Drinchengang to become Bhutan’s first innovative model village

Wangdue—The centuries-old village of Drinchengang (formerly Rinchengang) in Wangdue is poised for a major transformation.

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