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Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck Biography

Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is one of the most popular and richest Druk Gyalpo who was born on February 21, 1980 in Dechencholing Palace, Thimphu, Bhutan. Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck (‘jigs-med-ge-sr-rnm-rgyl-dbng-phyug- , Wylie: ‘ jigs med ge sar rnam rgyal dbang phyug; born 21 February 1980) is the Druk Gyalpo or “Dragon King” of the Kingdom of Bhutan. When his late father Jigme Singye Wangchuck resigned the throne to his favor and he was crowned the monarch on December 9, 2006. A coronation celebration took place on November 6, 2008, which was the 100th anniversary of the reign of monarchy Bhutan.

On the 31st of October, 2004 Khesar was appointed the 16th Trongsa Penlop in Trongsa Dzong. The establishment of the Trongsa Penlop was initiated in 1647 by Zhabdrung Nawang Namgyal on 16 July 1647, is the true heritage of Bhutan. Bhutanese Throne in addition to the ceremony to formally enshrine the Trongsa Penlop is the official confirmation of the title that the crown prince has.

In December 2005, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck announced his intention to abdicate in his son’s favour in 2008, and that he would begin handing over responsibility to him immediately. On 9 December 2006, the former King issued a Royal Edict announcing his abdication, and transferred the throne to Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, who was officially crowned on 6 November 2008, in Punakha. Religious ceremonies and public celebrations were also held at Tashichho Dzong and Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu. The coronation ceremony comprised an ancient and colourful ritual, attended by few selected foreign friends of the royal family and dignitaries, including the then-President of India, Pratibha Patil.

The King signed a new treaty of friendship with India in February 2007, replacing the treaty of 1949. Many government initiatives were undertaken by the new King with a view to strengthen the system in preparation for the democratic changes in 2008. The Constitution of Bhutan was adopted on 18 July 2008 by the first elected parliament.

The Prince of Wales, affluently called by Bhutanese as Bhutan as Dasho Khesar was with his father on many excursions across the Kingdom to speak about the Bhutanese people. He also was the official representative of Bhutan in a number of international gatherings. On May 8 2002 He represented Bhutan during the 27th UN General Assembly and made his first address before the United Nations, addressing issues that concern the well-being for millions of kids across the globe. He was a guest at Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 60th anniversary celebrations on June 12-13, 2006 in Bangkok alongside royalty from 25 countries. The most youthful of the royals who visited The prince of 26 was the world to be stunned, and led to an army of female supporters in Thailand. The Thai press called the prince “Prince Charming,” publishing his picture and reports about him as well as Bhutan for several weeks following the ceremony.

Ethnicity, religion & political views

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In November 2011, the King and Queen Jetsun Pema made a state visit to Japan; they were the first state guests to Japan since the 2011 earthquake. It was reported that the Japanese were infatuated with the King and Queen of Bhutan.

Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck Net Worth

Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is one of the richest Druk Gyalpo from Bhutan. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

After finishing his higher education in Yangchenphug High School, Khesar was a student overseas in the Phillips Academy Andover. Phillips Academy Andover with the Class of 1998. Then, he moved onto Cushing Academy, where he completed his high school. Then he went to Wheaton College, and graduated at Magdalen College, University of Oxford in the UK, where he graduated from his Foreign Service Programme and International Relations.

On June 25, 2002, on the 25th of June 2002, Crown Prince Charles was presented his Red Scarf by his father.

Following his 2006 visit to Thailand as Crown Prince, the King has been immensely popular in Thailand. The number of Thai tourists visiting Bhutan has increased steadily since the visit.

The King initiated military-style training for volunteers known as the DeSuung Training Programme in 2011, on the request of the youth. The programme aims to equip volunteers with the skill to provide assistance during emergencies, and has been hugely successful, with over 3000 volunteers having completed their training and volunteering for public events and emergencies.

As he opened the session of parliament on Friday, 20 May 2011, the King announced his engagement to Jetsun Pema, born in Thimphu on 4 June 1990. They were married on 13 October 2011 in Punakha Dzong. The wedding was Bhutan’s largest media event ever. The ceremony was held in Punakha, followed by formal visits to different parts of the country. During the ceremony the King also received the Crown of the Druk Gyaltsuen (Queen) from the most sacred Machhen temple of the Dzong and bestowed it on Jetsun Pema, formally proclaiming her Queen of the Kingdom of Bhutan. The wedding was held in traditional style with the “blessings of the guardian deities”.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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There are several Kidu schemes designed to help certain groups of people, such as students unable to afford even the free education available in the country, elderly citizens, and those requiring medical treatment. The King has also continued the tradition of giving state land to landless farmers around the country. The ongoing project takes him to remote villages and communities. Kidu includes providing immediate assistance to victims of natural disasters. The King personally supervised the rebuilding efforts following major earthquakes and floods in 2009 and 2011.

The “People’s King”, like his father, enjoys exceptionally warm relations with India. He has visited India on several occasions, and was invited as the Chief Guest for India’s 64th Republic Day celebrations in 2013.

Who is Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck Dating?

According to our records, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck married to Jetsun Pema . As of December 1, 2023, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s is not dating anyone.

In 2012, the King granted Nu.100 million from the Armed Forces to the Zhung Dratshang for the Dzong Reconstruction Fund, as on 24 June, the historic Wangduephodrang Dzong was destroyed by fire. As Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, he commanded the armed forces and De-Suups to the site immediately, and with help from dzongkhag officials and citizens, many things were saved from the fire. The King himself rushed to the scene within hours.

Facts & Trivia

Jigme Ranked on the list of most popular Druk Gyalpo. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Bhutan. Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck celebrates birthday on February 21 of every year.

The Constitution of Bhutan empowers the King to grant amnesty to prisoners. In 2014 he pardoned 45 prisoners who had been imprisoned for possessing an excessive amount of tobacco, following an amendment of the Tobacco Control Act of Bhutan 2010 by the Parliament of Bhutan, since the amended law could not be enforced retroactively, and previous offenders who would not be liable now would still be tried under previous laws. The Royal Pardon was granted to those who were not repeat offenders and had good prison records.

How many wives does King of Bhutan have?

The four queens, Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck, Tshering Pem Wangchuck, Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck and Sangay Choden Wangchuck are daughters of Dasho Yab Ugyen Dorji, the descendant of both the mind and speech incarnations of Ngawang Namgyal, and Yum Thuiji Zam. Previously, they had married privately in 1979.

Is Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck a King?

Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema are quite a couple. The King ascended the throne when he was still in his twenties, and married his Queen (a commoner!) in 2011. Both were educated in England, and are said to share a love of art.

Who is the 5 King of Bhutan?

Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the fifth ruler of Bhutan, born in 1980 was coronated in a ceremony on November 1, 2008. It was a significant time as 2008 marks the 100 years of monarchy in Bhutan.

How did King and Queen of Bhutan meet?

The King met Jetsun Pema, who comes from the country’s elite, when she was around seven-years-old, and he was 17. Years later, they fell in love and became engaged. He announced his upcoming marriage during the opening of Parliament in 2011.

Is Bhutan poor or rich?

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