Life as Art- Talk Series| Episode 3| Dr. Karma Phuntsho| Chimi Zangmo| VAST Bhutan| 2025

On this sacred day of Guru Rinpoche’s birth anniversary, we are deeply honoured to share a conversation with Lopen (Dr.) Karma Phuntsho—visionary scholar, guardian of Bhutan’s heritage, and a quiet force for wisdom in our world.

Dr. Karma Phuntsho, founder of Bhutan’s pioneering Loden Foundation and recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asia’s highest honour), embodies the integration of knowledge and compassion. His work spans:
• Digital preservation of Himalayan culture (Shejun Archive)
• Fostering national dialogue (Bhutan Dialogues)
• Championing education as a catalyst for mindful progress
• Authoring The History of Bhutan, a definitive chronicle

In this episode, we explore how heritage, creativity, and intentional living converge—revealing art as a way of being.

We are honoured to have the support of the Department of Media, Creative Industry and Intellectual Property (‪‪@domciipbhutan‬) under Economic Stimulus Program, helping us digitally archive and share these stories across Bhutan and beyond.


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