Highlights of Campus Events

Draft Constitution unveiled

When the entire nation witnessed the unveiling of the draft constitution in their respective dzongkhags, gewogs, organizations and institutions, RIM family gathered in its lhakhang to partake in the historic moment on 26th March 2005.
The RIM director, Sonam Phuntsho, who unveiled the draft constitution explained the importance of the document and urged every member to contribute in the finalization of the constitution.

Dzongkha Debate

“Science and not Religion should be the primary engagement of the Bhutanese society in achieving Gross National Happiness” was the engaging topic where eight representatives of the four Puens debated on.

Etho Metho and Upel puens who debated for the motion scored higher points and hence emerged the winners. Wangchen Norbu of PGCDM, Etho Metho Puen was adjudged the best speaker.

Dasho Sonam Rinchen, faculty member of RIM, chaired the dzongkha debate conducted by the literary committee on the 20th April. The director awarded prizes to the winners and the best speaker.

Cultural program

In keeping with the cultural tradition of the Institute, the new trainees and the senior trainees presented a combined cultural program on 15th March. The program was a gesture of welcoming the new trainees to RIM and an expression of gratitude by the new trainees for the hearty welcome.
The cultural program, which included Bhutanese songs, dances and skits, was presented to an audience comprised of the RIM director, faculty, staff and trainees.

Inter Puen Football Tournament

The maiden sports festivities for 2005 was the Inter Puen football tournament organized by the RIM sports committee. The tournament was also participated by teams from the faculty and the staff.

In the finals played on 18th April, the Jangchup puen emerged victorious after defeating Etho Metho with a 6 – 3 goal.