Royal Bhutan Police · Traffic Unit, Thimphu
Traffic Restrictions and Road Closures
Official visit of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand
30 October–01 November 2026
In view of the official visit of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Kingdom of Bhutan from 30 October to 01 November 2026, the Traffic Unit, Royal Bhutan Police, Thimphu, would like to inform the general public of the following traffic restrictions and road closures along the Thimphu–Paro Highway and other designated roads.
These measures are being implemented to facilitate the smooth movement of the visiting dignitary and ensure effective traffic management.
1. Thimphu–Paro Highway Restrictions
| Date | Direction | Heavy and medium vehicles | Light vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 October 2026 | Thimphu → Paro | 10:30 AM–1:30 PM | 11:00 AM–1:30 PM |
| 30 October 2026 | Paro → Thimphu | 11:15 AM–1:15 AM* | 11:30 AM–1:15 AM* |
| 31 October 2026 | Thimphu → Paro | 10:00 AM–11:45 AM | 10:30 AM–11:45 AM |
| 31 October 2026 | Paro → Thimphu | 9:15 AM–12:15 PM | 9:30 AM–12:15 PM |
2. Road Closures
| Road | Date / period | Closure time |
|---|---|---|
| Expressway | 30 October 2026 | 12:30 PM–1:30 PM |
| Expressway | 31 October 2026 | 10:30 AM–11:30 AM |
| Norzin Lam | 29–31 October 2026 | From the night of 29 October until 11:00 AM on 31 October 2026 |
3. Advice to Commuters
All commuters are requested to plan their journeys accordingly, allow sufficient travel time, and avoid travelling along the affected routes during the specified periods. The public is also requested to cooperate with the Royal Bhutan Police and comply with all traffic instructions.
The Royal Bhutan Police regrets any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s understanding and cooperation.
