Planning & Economic Development

The Planning section develops strategic plans and coordinates development activities aligned with national policies. It analyzes data, sets priorities, and monitors progress to ensure sustainable growth and efficient resource utilization, fostering balanced socio-economic development within Mongar Dzongkhag.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Planning Unit is responsible for the following tasks:
  • Lead and coordinate overall plans for the Dzongkhag in coordination with OCASC, Cabinet Secretariat and Economic Cluster Central Agencies
  • Provide economic development advice and develop an economic road map, branding and strategic line of sight for Dzongkhag
  • Coordinate, guide and implement the Dzongkhag’s Strategic Economic Plan and Roadmap, provide strategic guidelines to the LGs and GAOs       and build a vibrant economic hub in Dzongkhag
  • Recommend projects and programs that contribute to the enhancement of overall economic development of the Dzongkhag
  • Coordinate and ensure efficient allocation and utilization of the resources and delivery of the Dzongkhag Key Results Areas and Key                      Performance Indicators
  • Create and promote economic activities, job creation and income enhancement in collaboration with relevant stakeholders in the Dzongkhag
  • Monitor and evaluate the implementation of economic development policies, plans and programs, ensuring that they meet intended socio-          economic objectives
  • Promote tourism and other economic activities in the Dzongkhag
  • Collection, validation, publication and dissemination of all official statistics at the Dzongkhag level including SDG data

Additional Responsibilities

  • Focal Person, Department of Tourism
  • Focal Person, Global Environment Facility (GEF), UNDP
  • Focal Person, Civil Society Organization Grant, HELVETAS
  • Registrar, Dzongkhag Cooperatives Registrar
  • Member, Dzongkhag Finance Committee (DFC)
  • Member, Dzongkhag Environment Committee (DEC)
  • Member, Dzongkhag Disaster Management Committee (DDMC)
  • Member, Dzongkhag Human Resource Committee (DHRC)
  • Member, JICA- Local Government Support Program
  • Member, Dzongkhag Multi-Sectoral Task Force

Vision

“To be the driving force behind a dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable economy in Mongar Dzongkhag, supported by strategic planning, innovation, and partnerships.”

Mission

“To lead and coordinate holistic planning and economic development in Mongar Dzongkhag by:

  • Formulating strategic economic plans and roadmaps
  • Advising on policy and resource optimization
  • Promoting entrepreneurship, tourism, and job creation
  • Enhancing data-driven decision-making
  • Monitoring development outcomes aligned with socio-economic goals and the SDGs
Sangay Yangchen
Planning Officer
Sangay Yangchen
e-Mail:syangchen@mongar.gov.bt
Gem Tshering
Sr.Statistical Investigator II
Gem Tshering
e-Mail:gtshering@mongar.gov.bt
Paras Adhikari
Asst. Economic Development and Marketing Officer
Paras Adhikari
e-Mail:padhikari@mongar.gov.bt
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