Phuentsholing Congestion: Bhutan’s busiest entry point is seeing renewed pressure as tourist arrivals surge, with long queues reported at the Phuentsholing Pedestrian Terminal and permit/SDF processing. The Home Minister said the May 24 spike (2,149 tourists) drove the crowding, and Parliament has now pushed for faster, smoother entry procedures. Road Upgrade for Gelephu Traffic: Widening works are underway on the Daraychu–Shaychamthang stretch of the Tsirang–Sarpang highway to ease bottlenecks and improve safety ahead of expected growth from the Gelephu Mindfulness City. Rural Health Staffing Gap: MPs raised concerns over shortages of Health Assistants, especially female health workers, in remote gewogs, with the Ministry citing a nationwide shortfall affecting coverage. Affordable Housing Questions: The National Council questioned progress on National Housing Policy 2020 delivery, noting tenants in Thimphu spend about 42% of income on rent and asking for time-bound plans to expand affordable housing. Cultural Tourism & Livelihoods: A Samtse community is reviving Pemaling’s sheep-wool heritage through the Pemaling Wool Heritage initiative, turning wool into marketable products to keep tradition alive and create income. Mindful Prayer Flags: VAST Bhutan is urging more mindful hoisting of Lungta prayer flags, warning that polyester flags can harm trees and reduce traditional quality.