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1975 batch retired IAS officer of Punjab cadre, Dr. Poonam Khetrapal Singh, has been felicitated with Bhutan’s top honour, the National Order of Merit Gold Medal. She has been honored with this prestigious award for her distinguished services to her country.
Dr. Singh is serving as South-East Asia Regional Director, World Health Organization (WHO). She became the first woman to assume the office of WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia on 1 February, 2014.
Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk honoured Ms. Singh at Bhutan’s 116th…