Bhutan is ranked as the most peaceful country in South
Asia for the 2021. Sure, we
are happy and proud. On the other hand, how can we be at peace when Our Majesty is in
constant worry fighting Covid-19 at the front line? How can we brand ourselves the happiest nation when we know for a fact that we are far from being
self-sufficient? Do we want to continue being the back drop for the people from
rich nations to come and take breaks from their normal busy life? Or do we want
to strive harder to reach their achievements, of course while keeping our
culture and traditions intact?
Recently I have been involved in writing content for a certain paper related to Covid-19 and its impact on Bhutan. I know for a fact that the number of individuals living off Druk Gyalpo’s Relief Kidu is huge. Recently, with the floating of shares (held in the name of Sungchob Fund and Kidu Fund) for sale, the extend of the pressure caused to the Relief Fund can only be imagined. If this cannot make us worry, then I don’t know what can.
