His Majesty has expressed sadness on receiving news of the passing away of the grandmother of the King of Bhutan, Gayum Phuntsho Choden, RSS reported Thursday.
In a message on behalf of the government and people of Nepal, His Majesty has along with the Queen and other members of the Royal family, sent profound condolences to King Jigme Singye Wangchuk and through him to other members of the Bhutanese Royal family as well as the government and people of Bhutan.
“Our thoughts are with Your Majesty in this hour of grief,” His Majesty the King said and wished the almighty would grant the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. His Majesty also prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul, according to RSS.