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National Order of Merit awarded for heroism and community service

Dec 18, 2025 1 mins read
National Order of Merit awarded  for heroism and community service

His Majesty the King conferred the National Order of Merit on two individuals during the 118th National Day celebration in Bumthang yesterday, honouring a posthumous act of heroism and a life dedicated to volunteerism.

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