On the occasion of the 71st Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, the Ministry of Education and Skills Development organised the annual HRH Gyalsey Mathematics Award in two categories: Category 1 for Classes IX & X, and Category 2 for Classes XI & XII.
This yearโs competition saw the participation from 3065 students in Category 1 and 1355 students in Category 2, representing schools from across the country.
The Ministry is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 HRH Gyalsey Annual Mathematics Award:
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1. First: Mr. Shahil Pradhan, Class X, Lungtenzampa Middle Secondary School
2. Second: Mr. Tashi Wangchuk, Class IX, Radhi Middle Secondary School
3. Third: Mr. Rinchen Tshering, Class IX, Sakteng Middle Secondary School
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1. First: Mr. Ujal Rai, Class XII, Gedu Higher Secondary School
2. Second: Mr. Jigme Chogyal, Class XII, Gaselo Higher Secondary School
3. Third: Mr. Kinley Dorji, Class XII, Motithang Higher Secondary School
The cash prizes and certificates will be awarded on the Birth Anniversary of HRH Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck on 5 February 2027.
The annual HRH Gyalsey Mathematics Award, instituted in collaboration with the Druk Gyalpoโs Institute, aims to recognise and nurture studentsโ mathematical reasoning and logical thinking, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of mathematics among both students and teachers.
The Ministry extends its sincere gratitude to all participating schools, teachers, and families for their continued encouragement and support in nurturing young Bhutanese mathematicians.
