The Talking Mountain

Bhutanese people are known for their politeness, respectful behavior and different level of intelligence. Why is this nation so unique and different from the rest of the world? I have found the answer; it is because we have an extraordinarily cool Monarchs who protect and serve us like a family.  As Bhutan prepares to celebrate its 110 th National Day celebration, the people of Haa are the luckiest one. I say it, Haaps are the lucky, because for many good reasons. 1.      It is the first ever grand national day celebration held in Haa Dzongkhag with three Kings and the Royal Families.   2.    Lhakhang Karpo was initially established in the 7 th century by Tibetan King Songtsen Gempo in his mission to build 108 monasteries in one day. According to some local Historian, a black and white pigeon were released to select the sites to build a temples. The white pigeon landed on the foothills of the three towering ...

The academic year came to an end. It is time to reflect upon year long hardship taken with responsibility and dedication. Although, the time was never easy and the share of work responsibility was never ending. Yet we took it very well till the end. Along with cathartic work it is also time to bid farewell to some outgoing friends as well. Therefore, within the strict timetable and limited time some friends have arranged to play the game of  Khuru  to forget, unite and rejoice the hardship taken for the whole year. More importantly to welcome new academic year 2018. I have seen some friends have enjoyed the game, some equally disappointed for not having even one  Kharey  and other have enjoyed some hilarious jokes and fun from some naughty friends. But, Principal  Dobjay Kharey  have stolen the whole game. He was the Hero and it took all his Kharey to end the game.  One of the most interesting thing we have in this big family is we shar...

Capturing Osama Bin Lhaden had been the main objective of the United States of America since the presidency of Bill Clinton. After the vigorous search he was finally captured and killed brutally by American soldiers. Anyway, the history was made. But, this is not what I wanted to write here.  I wanted to share two pertinent concerns. First is QUALITY and the second is WORK ETHICS.  Like how ambitiously America have chased and killed Bin Lhaden, we also need to end this war of quality work and work ethics. Honestly, I don't like the way our contractors perform their work. They are morally and ethically very poor at works. They all work for profit and never work for betterment of the country, forget about providing quality service.  When was the last time we came before time for our work? Rather, we don't mind to come late for work and day starts with heavy grumble and complain of this and that. We bellyache knowingly or unknowingly for every bits of work...

Water Tank ready for use.   Finally, I have my rush of adrenaline increased issues have subsided, because my long awaited water filter project have made its end. Perhaps, I am finally relieved from the daily routine. Honestly, for a yearlong all my heart and brain was filled with water here and filter there. It took me almost a year to materialize my project successfully. Indeed, the project came at the cost of millions of sacrifices but never thought this project would reach this far. Although, it took good amount of my time. But, it was life enriching experiences and thoroughly a new lesson to take –beyond the call of life. I was informed that this SkyHydrant water filter is first of its kind in Bhutan making me so so lucky and my school kids! Initially, when I started to dream about doing this project. I did not dream for such a huge and expensive project to stand my way. However, I did it with all the support from Rotary Club of Thimphu and Disaster Aid ...

On the upswing of ball freezing temperature, this November month is crazy in many ways. In the eve of Birth Anniversary of Fourth Druk Gyalpo, government has announced a huge reduction of the price of petrol and diesel. The prerogative was clear to commemorate the Birth Anniversary of His Majesty. But, I feel this is honestly not the right way to celebrate King's birthday. How a government can float the price of any commodities that is below the actual imported price? According to some media outlet, India revise the prices of petrol and diesel on daily basis. Daily rise and fall of the petroleum prices is mainly due to shift in currency exchange rate and this in turn helps public in maintaining actual profit in the other commodities. Perhaps, it save and control people's money outflow. It keep everyone fit on the supply and demand of commodities. It also keep laws and order in place. After all money matters more than anything. Several study have shown that such syste...

Honorable, MP DOrji Wangdi in Zhemgang CS, MPH.  It was usual Friday Morning. MP’s arrival time came as a good news. Probably, 9AM was what I heard from V.P sir and we all expect him to come like any other guest, unpunctual! But, shockingly MP was already in front of us and that makes a Breaking News. Because in the past we have lots of bitter experiences of waiting officials for hours. Unlike other people, we are culturally fit to wait any kinds of guest anywhere –at home or in office. We say proudly waiting and being unpunctual is our culture but –it’s beyond our education. Our education never taught us to be unpunctual. We say, it’s ok! No problem! It means we don’t care about time and being punctual is always a challenge and priority for many of us. Time management is always an unwholesome task. But, to honorable MP is a cup of tea.  He is an outstanding human being and a fine parliamentarian. We see him working so hard for the wellbeing of the country a...

Recently Zhemgang Dzongkhag Tshogdue (DT) have decided an unkind resolution making it compulsory for both town and village people to wear Gho and Kira from 9AM to 5PM. I have really like their antique ideas for a good cause so that our age old tradition and custom is preserved well. As a Bhutanese I am a responsible citizen to uphold my country's law and identity. For me wearing national gears is not so difficult and a big deal. I feel so comfortable and proud to be in my colorful gho. I often prefer wearing of Tshechu color Gho over my Pangtsi Dhorma (Boxer)! But, I have seen people of all works of life pouring out their grievances openly and savagely in some social media.   According to DT chairman, the decision was taken according to Local Government Act and the book on etiquette's to protect and preserve national identity, culture and tradition. I feel all these are the old thoughts. But, I don’t mean to be unfaithful and doom my country along with few ...

Although, one's essential needs of food, clothing and shelter is something measurable. However, for kids the more important is the social environment in which they live in. For every kids their parents, relatives, friends, uncle and aunt usually plays a very significant role in making the kind of person we want them to be in future.  Of course, their parents having a brand new car and a smart phone can give them a temporary feeling of satisfaction and enjoyment. But, in reality it will never give them the peace of mind and justice they want as a child. We have been hearing and becoming a constant victim of so many alcohol related misconducts –lying, stealing, cheap sexual behavior, fighting and murdering are the most common happenings.   The study conducted by RENEW and other relevant agency have also found out that about 96.7% of the crime and unwholesome domestic violence are reported to happen due to alcohol. Therefore, I personally feel ban...

Yesterday, I was reminded by bbs television on 'Alcohol Free Birthday Party. They have hijacked my emotion and took away my happiness. And to many it may have seemed like a Hiroshima bombing. The program aired was so ambitious. However, I have some personal reservation and a doubt on how this can work. I could see some painstaking challenges ahead of us. If everyone like this new idea of birthday celebration, it would definitely benefit us. But, it would be difficult for those friends and families who can't live without it. I am not saying for my sake. I am honestly a sober guy.  The one who came with the idea deserves my hands down salute for making such a catastrophic program. I am thoroughly confused how this age old customary tradition will end without the offering of alcohol for the guest.  Drinking and offerings of alcohol in our culture deeply rooted in our age old tradition. We have a society that is best known by the offerings of alcohol in a most tradition...

Lyonpo Norbu Wangchuk, Education Minister "Kuzozooo…zangpooooo…La…zhemgang", began Lyonpo Norbu Wangchuk in his deep shimmering voice like he used to do in the parliament house. My students were surprised, they have never faced him in person like this before. I am sure many of my students would have seen him for the first time as an Education Minister. As he begin, the hall went mad silent which was –beyond my expectation and even to those students who have been the most boring and sluggish have their head high up in the air trying to make some sense through Lyonpo's thrilling and hilarious talks.    Honestly, this talk has been the best so far in my school hall. I feel very sorry for some Class VIII students who couldn't have made due to limited space. And to those who have been purposefully absented from the day's program are the most ill-fated and unlucky one in their entire life. Perhaps, they have missed Lyonpo's talk forever like a flowing rive...