Over the centuries, closed in by a part of the Himalayan range, Bhutan has remained geographically isolated. Infrastructural conditions have been harsh for the Bhutanese due to lack of roads, medical facilities or any modern necessities. Despite the country’s colourful and unique heritage, it has remained hidden away from public view and many view Bhutan to be a country as being transfixed in a past. ‘A Bridge So Near’ explores the relationship that has been fostered between India and Bhutan which has helped Bhutan pave a path for itself towards progress and development. India’s involvement in Bhutan’s infrastructural capacities through proper road design, modern highways that can aid transit, providing aid and efforts towards electricity, irrigation, schools and hospitals have started to erect Bhutan’s modern day economy.
