The first day of the Global Peace Prayer Festival 2025 concluded on a spiritual note in Thimphu as Bhutan’s Majesty the King graced the inaugural ceremony at Changlimithang Stadium on Tuesday.

Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay was also present at the opening, marking the beginning of a 13-day international spiritual gathering dedicated to fostering peace, compassion, and harmony.

The Global Peace Prayer Festival 2025 began on Tuesday at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, with visuals from the venue showing Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay in attendance.

The festival marks the start of a landmark 13-day spiritual gathering that brings together Buddhist leaders, practitioners, and peace advocates from around the world from November 4 to 17.

It seeks to unite spiritual leaders and p

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