1 TRANSLATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND ... - APFA News

1. The military capability of the armed forces has been strengthened in
terms of numbers and ammunitions. Moreover, many new military
camps have also been established. As reported in the last session of the
Assembly, the military expenditure is being met from the budget of the
armed forces without incurring any expense to the plan budget.
2. In order to maintain law and order, the Royal Bhutan Police has also
been strengthened.
3. In the event of an emergency, there will be great difficulty in traveling
from southern Bhutan. Therefore, the national highways have been made
pliable at all times to ensure safe transport facilities.
4. As there is risk involved in traveling through Indian territory, new rest
houses have been established for the convenience of passengers
traveling within the country.
5. Arrangements have been made to provide necessary food provisions to
people in the high-risk areas and to distribute petroleum products in the
eastern Dzongkhags.
6. Preparations are being made to provide shelter and other facilities in
case people have to be evacuated from their villages in the event of a
military emergency.
7. As there will be many casualties in the event of a military confrontation,
emergency medical units have been established.
8. Contingency plans are regularly reviewed to ensure the security of the
people in the event of a military engagement.
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