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Jigme Palden DorjiBhutanese politician and member of the royal family of the Vanchguk dynasty
Date of Birth: 01.01.1919
Country:  Butane |
Content:
- Jigme Dorji Wangchuck: Bhutan's First Prime Minister
- Early Life and Career
- Political Reforms
- Assassination
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck: Bhutan's First Prime Minister
Jigme Dorji was a prominent Bhutanese politician and a member of the royal family of the Wangchuck dynasty. He was also part of the influential Dorji family. Dorji served as brother-in-law to the third King of Bhutan, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
Early Life and Career
In 1950, Dorji accompanied the future king while he resided in the United Kingdom. Upon his return, Dorji was appointed Gongzim (Chief Minister) in 1952. In 1958, Dorji became Bhutan's first-ever Prime Minister (Lonchen) as part of reforms introduced by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
Political Reforms
Dorji actively supported the King's modernization and democratization initiatives. However, these reforms faced significant resistance from the military and religious establishments.
Assassination
On April 6, 1964, Dorji was assassinated by a corporal in the Bhutanese army. Namgyal Bahadur, the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Bhutan Army, and other conspirators were subsequently executed for their role in the assassination.
