His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen joined the Bhutanese Hindu community in celebrating Dassai, one of the most sacred and joyous festivals of the year. The royal couple graced the Devi Panchayan Mandir, where they offered prayers and granted tika and blessings to the gathered devotees. Hundreds of people came together to celebrate the day alongside Their Majesties, marking the occasion with deep devotion and festive spirit.
Dassai, revered as the most important festival among Bhutan’s Hindu community, is a time for family, faith, and renewal. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil — the victory of Dharmaraja Ram, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, over the demon king Ravana. As told in the Ramayana, Lord Ram represents righteousness and justice — a divine protector whose reign is remembered as a golden era of harmony and virtue.
The festival holds profound cultural and spiritual meaning. Families gather to receive tika and blessings from parents and elders, reaffirming bonds of respect and love across generations. It is also a celebration of unity — between King and people, parents and children, and among communities.
The presence of Their Majesties at the celebration underscored this spirit of togetherness and compassion, reflecting Bhutan’s enduring values of harmony and shared faith. The day was not only one of religious observance but also of heartfelt connection, as prayers and blessings filled the air with hope for peace and righteousness to prevail.
