On poor drainage, changes to primary education, organic food production and nocturnal disturbance at Olakha

Poor drainage With the arrival of monsoon, drains, footpaths and roads are getting flooded. We have been dealing with the same problems for some time now – blockage of drains, leading to overflow of the drain and sewage water. Sadly, we forget about all these once the monsoon is over. If the drainage systems are not built well, the problem is likely to continue due to waste accumulation. Therefore, the people would appreciate if the municipality looked into this and made proper plans to prevent such issues, not only this summer but for the many summers to come. Karma Lhamo Changzamtog resident (Published on July 30, 2018) Primary education needs a major overhaul My son woke up quite early today to the harsh realization that he has to go back to school soon. “Why? Don’t you like school?” I asked […]

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Health worker shortage, media professionalism, teacher IWP and discotheque issue at Olakha, Thimphu

Addressing shortage of health workers The graduation of first batch of specialists from the medical university next month comes as good news to everyone. I am writing this in appreciation to everyone who made it possible to produce our homegrown specialists. The faculty members and the specialists should be commended for their hard work and the success. Providing opportunities for the resident doctors to study postgraduate courses within the country not only benefits the trainees but also patients and the hospital. Such initiatives should however continue without compromising the quality. Many issues have been raised on the shortage of health workers including the retention of the specialists in the country. The shortage is not only in Bhutan but also across the world. But it is important that the government works towards addressing the shortage. As new medical services get introduced […]

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