King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, arrived in Lucknow on Monday. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath warmly welcomed him at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.
The chief minister presented a bouquet to the king and enquired about his well-being. In return, the King of Bhutan extended his greetings to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
In keeping with Indian tradition, artists welcomed the Bhutan king with various cultural performances at the airport. Wangchuk acknowledged their efforts and encouraged the artists.
On Tuesday, the King of Bhutan is set to visit Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, where he will take a holy bath at the Triveni Sangam and perform darshan and pujan at the sacred site.
Among those who were present to welcome the Bhutan king at the airport were Mayor Sushma Kharkwal, Principal Secretary (Home) Sanjay Prasad, DGP Prashant Kumar, and Lucknow District Magistrate Vishak G, who also presented bouquets to the king.