India, Aug. 19 -- Starting his address at the Royal University of Bhutan in Thimpu, by wishing the gathering 'Kuzo Zangpo La. Namaskar', Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on August 18, said, "Anyone visiting Bhutan is struck as much by its natural beauty as by the warmth, compassion and simplicity of its people."

He added in the presence of Lotay Tshering Prime Minister of Bhutan, "Whether I look at Bhutan's past, present or future, the common and constant threads are - deep spirituality, and youthful vigour. These are also the strengths of our bilateral relationship."

"India is fortunate to be the land where Prince Siddhartha became Gautam Buddha. And from where the light of his spiritual message, the light of Buddhism, spread all over the w...