DRUK Surveying and Sa-Thram Consultant

17/08/2026

📣 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

The National Land Commission Secretariat (NLCS) is pleased to announce the successful pilot launch of the Consent Management Module (CMM) under the eSakor system in Thimphu, Paro, and Phuentsholing on 2 June 2026.

Following the successful pilot implementation, the second phase of the CMM rollout will be implemented in the following 11 Dzongkhags with effect from 2 September 2026: Trongsa, Zhemgang, Bumthang, Punakha, Wangdue Phodrang, Gasa, Tsirang, Dagana, Samtse, Chhukha, and Haa.

Accordingly, all applicable land transactions initiated in these Dzongkhags from 2 September 2026 onwards will be required to obtain digital consent through the CMM before the transactions can be processed.

What is the Consent Management Module (CMM)?
The Consent Management Module (CMM) is a feature integrated into the eSakor system that enables landowners, family members, witnesses, and other relevant parties to provide their consent digitally during land transactions. It ensures that all concerned parties are informed and have formally provided their consent before a transaction is processed.

Why Does CMM Matter?
The CMM aims to:
1. Prevent fraudulent and unauthorized land transactions;
2. Safeguard the rights and interests of landowners;
3. Enhance transparency and accountability in land transactions; and
4. Ensure that all relevant stakeholders are properly informed and their consent is duly recorded.

Key Features
1. Digital consent from all relevant parties
2. Additional verification to strengthen transaction security
3. Secure authentication through National Digital Identity (NDI)
4. Inclusive provisions for individuals without access to digital services

Guidance and Further Information
Further information, user guidelines, and instructional materials on the CMM will be made available through the official platforms of the National Land Commission Secretariat, including its website and social media channels, to assist citizens and relevant stakeholders in understanding and using the system.

The NLCS encourages all citizens and stakeholders in the 11 Dzongkhags to familiarize themselves with the CMM requirements ahead of its implementation on 2 September 2026.

02/06/2026

I am honored to witness the launch of three significant initiatives by the National Land Commission of Bhutan that will further strengthen Bhutan’s land governance framework:
✅ Consent Management Module (CMM) in eSakor – enhancing security, transparency, and accountability in land transactions.
✅ Strata Rules and Regulations 2026 – establishing a comprehensive framework for the ownership, management, and governance of strata properties.
✅ DrukRef23 – Bhutan’s new National Geodetic Datum, providing a modern and precise reference framework for surveying, mapping, infrastructure development, and land administration.

The launch of these initiatives represents a significant milestone in the modernization of Bhutan’s land administration system and reflects the National Land Commission’s commitment to innovation, efficiency, and good governance. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of this important occasion and to witness these transformative developments firsthand. source National Land Commission
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02/06/2026

24/04/2026

Successfully completed a three-day 🄲🄾🄽🅂🄴🄽🅃 🄼🄰🄽🄰🄶🄴🄼🄴🄽🅃 🅂🅈🅂🅃🄴🄼 Training under the e-Sakor Digital Property Transaction initiative.

This system requires all individuals involved in property transactions—including family members (in cases of family ownership) and witnesses—to provide consent digitally through the 𝐞-𝐒𝐚𝐤𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐍𝐃𝐈 𝐚𝐩𝐩.

The introduction of digital consent enhances transparency, strengthens security, and marks a significant step toward modernizing the land transaction system in Bhutan.

The training brought together representatives from Phuentsholing Thromde, Thimphu Thromde, Paro Dzongkhag, Thimphu Dzongkhag, officials from the National Land Commission, and certified land conveyancers. It was organized by the National Land Commission Headquarters, with system development by IBEST.
21𝗌𝗍 𝖠𝗉𝗋𝗂𝗅 𝗍𝗈 23𝗋𝖽 𝖠𝗉𝗋𝗂𝗅 2026

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11/03/2026

Finally completed a three-day workshop on the 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐦 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭, 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐒 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦, organized by the Topographical Survey Division under the 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧. Thank you for the initiative in sensitizing participants on the new datum transformation and for enriching our understanding of how to address and handle technical challenges after the official launch. As technical users, we will also make every effort to contribute to our nation through smooth service delivery to the public and by maintaining uniform practices.

05/02/2026

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The Urban Land Division, with resource persons from the Rural Land Division, Urban Land Division, and the Customer Service Center, successfully conducted a one-day refresher course on 4 February 2026.

The training focused on strengthening eSakor digital literacy and enhancing the efficiency of service delivery through the eSakor system. Key areas covered included land share transactions, the Strata Rules and Regulations, and other land-related services.

The program aimed to update participants on current procedures, workflows, and best practices, while also addressing common challenges encountered during transaction processing on the eSakor portal.

A total of 13 participants attended the refresher course, comprising Certified Land Conveyancers (CLCs), Certified Cadastral Surveyors (CCSs), and representatives from real estate businesses.

04/02/2026

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02/02/2026

𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the National Land Commission Secretariat (NLCS) National Land Commission for inviting us to the half-day Sensitization and Awareness Programme on the New National Geoid Model and for providing the opportunity to interact with technical experts from the Department of Geodynamics, 𝑻𝒆𝒄𝒉𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑫𝒆𝒏𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒌 (DTU), in particular Professor René Forsberg.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Professor Forsberg for his insightful and informative presentation, as well as for his valuable contribution to the advancement of geodetic and surveying practices in Bhutan. We were honored to be part of this programme and look forward to contributing accurate and precise technical inputs in future surveying activities.

Once again, we convey our heartfelt thanks for this opportunity and look forward to continued support, guidance, and technical updates as and when required.
𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔