Chairperson of the 4th National Council of Bhutan and Member for Chhukha Dzongkhag. An educator by calling, serving the nation in the House of Review.
From the classroom to the Council.
Born in Gedu, Chhukha, Sangay Dorji spent more than a decade in schools before carrying the voice of his dzongkhag to Parliament.
Sangay Dorji was born on 11 November 1981 and grew up in Bongo Gewog, Chhukha. He trained as a teacher at Paro College of Education and later earned a Master of Education in Education Management and Administration.
For thirteen years he served as a teacher and principal in schools across Chhukha and Monggar, including as Principal of Sherub Reldri Higher Secondary School. That work kept him close to students, parents and communities, and to the everyday concerns of Bhutanese families.
In 2018 the people of Chhukha elected him to the National Council, and in 2023 they returned him for a second term. On 10 May 2023, at the first sitting of the 4th National Council, his fellow Members elected him Chairperson by secret ballot. On 6 June 2023 he received the Dakyen from His Majesty The King in the Golden Throne Room, Tashichho Dzong.
He believes the Council's strength lies in its independence: "The NC should be apolitical."
Elected by the 4th National Council on 10 May 2023; Dakyen conferred by His Majesty on 6 June 2023.
Returned for a second term as the dzongkhag's Member of the National Council.
Won the Chhukha seat with 5,079 votes.
Schools in Chhukha and Monggar, including Sherub Reldri HSS.
Bachelor's degree; M.Ed. in Education Management and Administration.
"To run the House is not a responsibility of one but a shared responsibility." The priorities he set out on taking office:
Safeguarding the nation's sovereignty and security in every matter before the House.
Reviewing government pledges and ensuring the national budget is spent as intended.
Careful review of laws, policies, rules and regulations.
Working with ministries and stakeholders on youth issues and social inequality.
Closer coordination between the two Houses and related agencies.
Upholding discipline and decorum in the National Council.
The Chairperson presides over the 25-member National Council, signs legislation passed by the House, and serves with the Prime Minister, the Chief Justice, the Speaker and the Opposition Leader in recommending appointments to constitutional offices.
"For Bhutan, peace and humanitarianism are inseparable."151st Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, Geneva · October 2025
Addressing parliaments from around the world on upholding humanitarian norms in times of crisis, he linked humanitarian action to Bhutan's Constitution and Gross National Happiness.
"It is about ensuring that those laws uplift, protect, and empower the people we serve."
Read the full statement →In his opening address he expressed gratitude to His Majesty The King for His commitment to the nation's sovereignty, peace and prosperity, welcomed the strengthening of Bhutan–Thailand relations, and set out the agenda for the session.
"Under the leadership and guidance of His Majesty, we are grateful and committed to serve the country."
— Closing ceremony of Parliament, October 2023
National Council report →While leading the Council, he continues to represent the people of Chhukha, the dzongkhag that first sent him to Parliament.
"I want to create an environment where people don't find a place for any hesitation to come to me."
| Oct 2026 | Attended ITEC Day celebrations in Thimphu. |
| May 2026 | Received a parliamentary delegation from India led by Shri Harivansh Narayan Singh, Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. |
| Nov 2025 | Opening of the 36th Session of the National Council, graced by His Majesty The King. |
| Oct 2025 | Represented Bhutan at the 151st IPU Assembly in Geneva. |
| May 2025 | Delivered the opening address of the 35th Session. |
| Jun 2023 | Received the Dakyen from His Majesty The King at Tashichho Dzong. |
| May 2023 | Elected Chairperson of the 4th National Council. |
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