About PDP
People’s Democratic Party (PDP) was formed for the people of Bhutan to exercise democracy that was voluntarily bequeathed,without parallel in the history, by His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck.
PDP shall strive to make His Majesty’s vision of Gross National Happiness a reality through the creation of enabling environment for the people to use their democratic powers responsibly and progressively and to chart the nation’s destiny.
PDP pledges to serve the people of Bhutan with dedication and humility, His Majesty the Fifth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck with loyalty and devotion, and bear true allegiance to the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Our Vision
A Country with secured sovereignty that is economically vibrant, environmentally rich, socio-culturally just and harmonious, politically united that enables the pursuit of happiness by every Bhutanese.
Our Mission
Provide equal opportunity for everyone to develop his/her full potential, to contribute to nation building, and to live a happy and meaningful life. Good governance and listening to the masses are our focus so that no Bhutanese is ignored to enjoy security, welfare and happiness. To fulfill the above, the Party shall strive to:
- Guard and strengthen sovereignty, national security, unity and integrity of the Kingdom;
- Preserve and promote social and family values, tradition and culture, religion and spirituality for enriching the life of every Bhutanese;
- Conserve the pristine environment in harmony with socio-economic development;
- Accelerate regionally balanced and equitable socio-economic growth across the Kingdom and people;
- Provide transparent, accountable, professional and consistent conviction with compassion to good governance and institute systemic cure for corruption;
- Expand and Improve the quality of services to health and education and to public amenities and infrastructure;
- Encourage active participation of women in political, social and economic affairs;
- Empower the youth through requisite knowledge and skills with values for employment opportunities;
- Build a fair and just society with equal opportunities to all Bhutanese; and
- Promote goodwill and cooperation with other nations, including the time-tested friendship with India, and respect for international laws and obligations.
