New Delhi, Oct 30 (UNI) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will lead the Indian delegation from the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, on an official visit to Bhutan from Oct 30-Nov 2, an official statement said today.

The FM will begin her official tour with a visit to the historic Sangchen Choekhor Monastery, built in 1765 and home to over 100 monks who are engaged in advanced Buddhist studies, later today.

The Minister will take stock of key projects being implemented with support of the Government of India, including Kurichhu Hydropower Plant Dam and Powerhouse, the Gyalsung Academy, the Sangchen Choekhor Monastery and Punakha Dzong.

Sitharaman is also scheduled to call on the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and the Prime Minister of Bhutan, Dasho

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