As he began a two-day visit to the Himalayan nation on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that the opening of the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project would be another "major milestone" in the energy relationship between India and Bhutan.
During the tour, Modi will meet Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. The two will jointly launch the Punatsangchhu-II project. Modi will also be present at events commemorating the 70th birthday of the former Bhutanese ruler Jigme Singye Wangchuck.
The external affairs ministry stated that the visit is consistent with the custom of frequent high-level bilateral exchanges and is intended to promote the "special ties of friendship and cooperation" between India and Bhutan.

In a statement, Modi said, "The visit will also mark another major milestone of our successful energy partnership with the inauguration of the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project," referring to the 1,020 MW power plant that the two nations had jointly developed.
He declared, "It would be an honour to join the people of Bhutan as they commemorate His Majesty the Fourth King's 70th birthday." "I am sure that my visit will strengthen our efforts towards common progress and prosperity and further deepen our friendship."
According to Modi, India and Bhutan have "exemplary ties of friendship and cooperation" that are based on a strong sense of mutual respect, understanding, and trust. He declared, "Our partnership is a key pillar of our Neighbourhood First policy and a model for exemplary friendly relations between neighbouring countries."

Tobgay greeted Modi at the Bhutanese airport.
The presentation of the revered Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha, which were transported to Bhutan from India, also takes place during his visit. Modi will take part in the Global Peace Prayer Festival hosted by the Bhutanese government and offer prayers to the sacred artefacts at Tashichhodzong in Thimphu.
Modi's visit will give both parties a chance to talk about how to improve their bilateral cooperation and share opinions on regional and global problems that both parties find interesting.

As part of New Delhi's efforts to strengthen regional connectivity to promote economic integration and commerce, India has announced that it will construct the first two cross-border railway links with Bhutan at a cost of ₹4,033 crore. The majority of Bhutan's five-year plans are funded by India, which has contributed ₹10,000 crore for the country's thirteenth five-year plan, which would run from 2024 to 2029.
Additionally, Bhutan's Economic Stimulus Program has received ₹750 crore and a program grant of ₹100 crore from the Indian government.