Description: (The First Woman to be Elected to the 'Tshogdu', the Unicameral Legislature of Bhutan)
Hiranyamayee Lama was a pioneering Bhutanese politician who made history in 1979 as the first woman elected to the Tshogdu. She represented the Chengmari district as a People's Representative in the National Assembly. Lama's dedication and leadership opened doors for women in Bhutan's political sphere. Her contributions to the Parliament of Bhutan and her commitment to serving constituents with integrity and passion were widely recognized.