The Election Commission of Bhutan would like to inform the general public of Damchhekha_Uezhi Chiwog under Doongna Gewog, Chhukha Dzongkhag, that incessant rainfall has caused landslides and swelling of rivers/streams in the locality, thereby resulting in roadblocks and damages to the bridges connecting the Chiwog.
Consequently, the said Chiwog has become inaccessible and remains completely cut off from the neighboring Chiwogs and Gewogs. In view of the prevailing situation, it is deemed highly risky and unsafe for the voters, as well as for deployment of polling officials and security personnel for the conduct of Poll on 7th October 2025.
Therefore, in pursuant to Section 203 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008 and in consideration of the adverse weather conditions and safety concerns of the citizens, the Election Commission of Bhutan has decided to postpone the conduct of Bye-Election in Damchhekha_Uezhi Chiwog, originally scheduled on 7th October 2025 until the situation improves and accessibility is restored.
The re-scheduled date of poll for the conduct of the Bye-election will be announced in due course.
Issued on the 13th Day of the 8th Month of the Wood Female Snake Year corresponding to 5th October 2025.
Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan
