03/07/2026
Congratulations to Drimpon Dedrim Sangay Drakpa on winning the Gold Medal in the Men’s Athletics Physique (Up to 160 cm + 2 kg) category at the 16th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship held at the Clock Tower, Thimphu.
This is not only a proud moment for the Royal Bhutan Police but also for Gelephu, Jigpala Fitness, and the entire nation. Sangay Drakpa has proven that dedication, discipline, and perseverance can overcome any challenge.
Many people believe that a police career, especially for those below the commissioned officer ranks, leaves little room to pursue big dreams. Sangay Drakpa has proved that belief wrong. As a serving policeman from Gelephu, he has made history by becoming the first to win a gold medal for Bhutan in his category at the South Asian Bodybuilding.
What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that he never sacrificed his duty for bodybuilding. He fulfilled his responsibilities as a police, while training consistently. Police service demands day and night duties, making it extremely difficult to maintain a strict training schedule, yet he managed both with dedication and discipline.
As the owner of Jigpala Fitness, I witnessed his journey from the beginning. I often asked him, “Lopen, how will you manage your training with such demanding day and night duties?” He always replied with confidence, “No worries, Madam. Where there is a will , there is a way.”
Those words were not just a promise, they became reality.
Although he completed only his primary school education, he never allowed that to define his future. Instead, he let his actions, discipline, and determination speak for him. I personally saw his struggles, his sacrifices, and his unwavering passion for competing. Even though there were only two athletes in his category, stepping onto the international stage and earning the gold medal still required courage, preparation, and excellence. He proved he was the best on that day.
His journey reminds us that success is not determined by educational background, profession, or circumstances. It is built through consistency, hard work, and the determination to never give up.
Congratulations once again, Drimpon Dedrim Sangay Drakpa. You have made history, inspired countless people, and shown that the journey has no limits, Wishing you continued success in your sporting career and your service to the nation.
Jigpala fitness 💪🏼👍🏼