On 12 May 2025, the 15th Day of the 3rd Month in the Wood Female Snake Year, His Majesty The King officially granted Royal Kashos—sacred Royal Edicts—recognising eight spiritual projects under the Gelephu Mindfulness City Administration (GMCA). The ceremonial handover took place at Simtokha Dzong, with Gyalpoi Zimpon Dasho Ugyen Namgyel presenting the Royal Edicts in a traditional ceremony.
This historic event marked the official blessing and commencement of spiritual initiatives that will form the heart of Gelephu Mindfulness City. These eight projects lay the foundation for GMC’s identity as a global hub for mindfulness and spiritual exploration. They represent the kingdom’s spiritual depth, cultural integrity, and His Majesty’s vision of a harmonious city where ancient wisdom meets modern aspirations.
Over fifteen additional spiritual projects are also in development, awaiting detailed reports and site selection to align with the city’s overarching master plan. In addition to these, two Royal Projects have been approved for immediate construction—the Gelephu Chorten and the Guru Nangsid Zilnon Lhakhang—bringing the total number of sacred projects underway to ten. Below is an overview of the ten sacred projects and their current status.