Department of Geology and Mines, Bhutan

28/08/2026

24/08/2026

The Annual Rimdro was successfully conducted on 23 August 2026, presided over by His Eminence the Tshoki Lopen Rinpoche.

The sacred ritual was conducted to invoke blessings and promote spiritual well-being, while fostering peace, harmony, prosperity, and auspiciousness within the Department and the country as a whole.

The Rimdro included Lhabsang, Lham Bachoe, Namsey Tserim, Choesung Domtsap, Gaynen, and Zhida, performed for the well-being and protection of all sentient beings and to seek blessings for the successful realization of His Majesty’s vision of Gelephu Mindfulness City.

May the blessings of the sacred rituals bring peace, prosperity, harmony, and happiness to all sentient beings, and contribute to the continued well-being and progress of the nation.

05/08/2026

Bhutan has reached a significant milestone in understanding its geological resources.

30/07/2026

The Department of Geology and Mines (DGM), Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MoENR), hereby announces a SEALED-BID AUCTION for approximately 26,558 MT of construction material located at Gumkarmo under Lingbukha Gewog, Punakha.

All interested bidders are required to submit their sealed bid envelopes in person to the Chief Engineer, Mining Division, DGM, MoENR, Thimphu, on 7th August 2026 from 9:00 AM till 12:00 Noon. The opening of bids will be conducted on the same day from 2:30 PM at the DGM Main Conference Hall, MoENR, Thimphu.

Interested Bhutanese individuals or companies may inspect the materials at the designated site prior to the auction.

All bidders to participate are required to carefully review the following documents available at Ministry's website https://www.moenr.gov.bt:

1. Annex I: Terms and Conditions for the auction of construction materials at Gumkarmo under Lingbukha Gewog, Punakha.
2. Annex II: Bid Form for the auction of construction materials at Gumkarmo under Lingbukha Gewog, Punakha.

For further information or clarification, along with the location of the stocked materials at Gumkarmo, Punakha please contact the concerned official Mr. Norbu Tamang, Regional Coordinator, DGM Wangdue at 17822854.

28/07/2026

Notification on revised sand price

03/07/2026

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Revised Minimum Floor Price (MFP) for Levy of Ad Valorem Export Royalty

21/06/2026

The Department of Geology and Mines, in collaboration with the Department of Law and Order, conducted the Workshop on Explosive Handling, Control and Blasting Techniques from 11th June to 19th June 2026. The workshop brought together Mine Inspectors from the Department’s seven Regional Offices and was designed to strengthen technical competency, enhance safety awareness, and develop practical skills required for the effective regulation and supervision of blasting operations in accordance with established regulations and industry standards.

Throughout the workshop, participants engaged in a series of comprehensive technical sessions, practical demonstrations, discussions, and interactive learning activities that enhanced their knowledge, technical understanding, and supervisory skills. The programme also included hands-on field, which significantly improved practical competence and operational awareness.

The workshop concluded with the awarding of Blaster’s Certificates to participants who successfully completed the required theoretical and practical assessments, marking the successful completion of this capacity building initiative.

16/06/2026

The Department of Geology and Mines (DGM) is honored to receive the Civil Service Innovation Award (Gold) 2026 under the Digital Transformation Initiative Category.

This recognition acknowledges DGM’s flagship initiative, “Towards Efficient, Tech-Driven and Sustainable Management of Mineral Resources,” which reflects the Department’s commitment to modernizing mineral resource governance through science, technology, innovation, and transparency.

As part of this initiative, DGM has implemented several key reforms, including scientific mineral reserve estimation, the adoption of advanced technologies for mineral exploration and surveying, drone-based mapping and monitoring, a transparent and competitive resource allocation framework, and rigorous techno-economic evaluations to promote the sustainable utilization of mineral resources.

These reforms have significantly strengthened governance, enhanced operational efficiency, optimized resource management, increased investor confidence, and maximized value creation from Bhutan’s mineral wealth.

Between 2024 and 2025, surface collection and dredging activities generated total revenues of Nu. 1,639.56 million through royalties, mineral rent, and auction fees, underscoring the positive impact of improved resource management and its growing contribution to the national economy.

DGM gratefully acknowledges this recognition on the occasion of Civil Service Innovation Day 2026 and extends its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders whose dedication, collaboration, and support have contributed to this transformation.

The Department remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing a more efficient, transparent, technology-driven, and sustainable mineral sector for the benefit of Bhutan and its people.

04/06/2026

On the auspicious occasion of the 36ᵗʰ Birth Anniversary of Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, Jetsun Pema Wangchuck, the Department of Geology and Mines joins the nation in extending our heartfelt prayers and warmest wishes for Her Majesty’s good health, happiness, and longevity.

Long Live Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen.