Department of Human Settlement, Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport

𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 🌿

The Project Management Unit (PMU) for the Enhancing Climate Resilience of the Urban Landscapes and Communities in Thimphu–Paro Region of Bhutan project successfully conducted the 4th Capacity Development Update and Knowledge Sharing Event on 13 May 2026 in Thimphu. The event brought together participants from the Department of Environment and Climate Change, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MoENR), Department of Water, MoENR, Water and Sanitation Division, Department of Infrastructure Development, and the PMU.

The session highlighted key insights and lessons learned from the Quarter 1 2026 capacity development activities, with a focus on:
☑️Environment mainstreaming and climate change adaptation
☑️Operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment systems
☑️ Climate-smart water resources management

A key outcome of the event was the development of an action plan to apply the knowledge and skills gained across project landscapes, thereby strengthening implementation and enhancing overall project impact.

This activity is supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and implemented by the Royal Government of Bhutan in partnership with UNDP.

📢 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐦 (𝐆𝐑𝐌) – 𝐄𝐂𝐑𝐔𝐋 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭

The ECRUL Project Management Unit, under the Department of Human Settlement, Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, has established a Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) to promote transparency, accountability, and the timely resolution of project-related concerns.

For any queries, concerns, or to submit a grievance, please contact the designated GRM focal person or scan the QR code below to submit your grievance.

📢 𝐄𝐂𝐑𝐔𝐋 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 | 𝐉𝐚𝐧–𝐌𝐚𝐫 2026

The ECRUL PMU is pleased to share its latest newsletter, highlighting continued progress in strengthening climate resilience, improving urban infrastructure, and enhancing institutional and technical capacities across key sectors.

Key milestones include the launch of the Project Management Information System, ongoing investments in critical infrastructure such as stormwater drainage rehabilitation, flood mitigation works, retention ponds, and Nature-based Solutions, as well as strengthened hydrometeorological and early warning systems.

📖 Read the full newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/763275eaa847/q12026-ecrulnewsletter-6161245

The Project Management Office under the Department of Human Settlement, Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, and M/s Druk Phuensum Construction formally signed the contract agreement for the “Construction of Water Intake at Tshalumarphey Park” on April 17, 2026.

Valued at Nu. 5.1 million, the project is scheduled for completion within six months and represents a significant step toward enhancing infrastructure at the park.

This initiative is being implemented with financial assistance from the Government of India (GoI).

Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, Royal Government of Bhutan

𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀

The ECRUL Project Management Unit successfully organised a two-day training on Social and Environmental Safeguards (SES) from 9–10 April 2026, bringing together 38 participants, including responsible parties, contractors, and other implementing partners.

The training aimed to strengthen participants’ capacity to effectively integrate SES into project implementation. Led by the project’s SES expert, the key sessions focused on the SES Framework, preparation of Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMP), risk management, compliance requirements, and the Grievance Redress Mechanism.

A key highlight of the training was the session on disability inclusion in urban resilience led by the UNDP team, which underscored the importance of universal design in building cities that are accessible, equitable, and resilient for all.

This initiative is funded by the Global Environmental Facility (GEF) and implemented by the Royal Government of Bhutan in partnership with UNDP.