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Gangtey-Phobjikha faces growing waste challenge amid tourism boom

Jul 05, 2025 3 mins read
Gangtey-Phobjikha faces growing waste challenge amid tourism boom

Phobjikha—As the valleys of Gangtey and Phobjikha in Wangdue continue to draw more visitors each year, a pressing challenge is emerging: waste.

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