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Spiritual
Health and Wellness
Education and Knowledge
Agri-Tech and Forestry
Green Energy and Tech Industries
Finance and Digital Assets
Aviation and Logistics
Tourism
Milestones
The development of GMC will unfold in phases, beginning with core infrastructure and essential services that lay the groundwork for future growth. Over time, it will evolve into a vibrant, values-driven community — attracting a growing population and establishing itself as a global destination. In the long term, GMC aims to host over one million residents and welcome four million visitors annually.
A Vision Unveiled
His Majesty the King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck announces Gelephu Mindfulness City — a new Special Administrative Region rooted in Bhutanese values, launched on Bhutan’s 116th National Day
The First Ground Breaks
With blessings from His Holiness the Je Khenpo, the airport’s spiritual groundbreaking ceremony marks the beginning of GMC’s mindful development
Diamond Strategy Introduced
On the 117th National Day, His Majesty presents the 'Diamond Strategy' — Bhutan’s roadmap for mindful progress under a “One Country, Two Systems” approach
Construction Begins
Work on the Gelephu International Airport officially starts — the first major step in building GMC’s connective infrastructure
Spiritual Center Takes Shape
Groundbreaking for the Dorden Tashi Gomang Choeten — a symbol of spiritual aspiration at the heart of GMC
Master planning in Motion
Detailed master planning begins for both Gelephu East and West, shaping the city’s regenerative design and development zones
A Gateway Completed
Targeted completion of the Gelephu International Airport — Bhutan’s new door to the world and GMC’s gateway to shared prosperity
AND BEYOND
Our Partners
BIG
Bjarke Ingels Group Architecture & Urban Planning
CHANGI
Singapore Changi Airport is the primary international airport that serves the country of Singapore
MQDC
Property Developer & Sustainability Innovator
ARUP
Engineering & Sustainability Consultancy
CISTRI
Strategic Economics & Urban Planning
NACO
Airport Masterplanning and Planning
ERM
Environmental Resources Management and Preservation
CDR
Carbon Dioxide Removal Technology and Implementation
TENEO
Strategy and Communications Advisory