HIS MAJESTY King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan accompanied by Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck and members of the Bhutanese Royal Family offered prayers and lit a thousand butter lamps at Tashichhodzong palace today (June 13) for Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita, who passed away on Thursday (June 11).
In a Facebook post His Majesty King Jigme said the ceremony was attended by senior government officials, the Thai community in Bhutan, and officials from the Royal Thai Consulate Office.
Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha was widely admired and respected for her commitment to public service, having championed justice and the welfare of women and children, and served with distinction in the Thai armed forces.
Bhutan and Thailand share a warm and longstanding friendship, and the Royal Family and people of Bhutan have conveyed their deepest condolences to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn, the Thai Royal Family, and the people of Thailand.
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His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan leading prayers for Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha. Photos – Amarin TV
Earlier report:
HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha has passed away
