Is Social Media Helping or Hurting Bhutan?

 Long ago, there was no internet in Bhutan. We didn’t have Facebook, TikTok, or YouTube. People only got news from the radio or from others. If there was a flood or road problem, only a few people would know. Life was peaceful, and Bhutan stayed quiet and respected by others.

Now, things have changed a lot. Most people use social media every day. If something happens, like a road gets blocked or a drain overflows, someone quickly posts a photo or video online. In just a few minutes, many people can see it.

This can be a good thing. We get news fast. We can talk about problems. We can help each other and stay connected. Social media helps people speak up.

But sometimes, it’s not so good. Many people now post everything  even small problems  just to get likes and views. They make funny or dramatic videos about flooded roads, dirty places, or broken drains. These videos are seen by people in other countries too. They might think Bhutan is messy or not doing well. That’s not true  Bhutan is still a beautiful and strong country.

Yes, Bhutan’s drainage and roads are still improving. But instead of making fun or showing only bad sides, we should think carefully before posting. If there’s a problem, we can tell the right people, like local leaders or government offices. Posting just to get attention doesn’t fix anything.

Social media should be used in a good way — to help, to teach, and to support each other. Bhutan is known for kindness, respect, and happiness. We should keep those values, even online.

Let’s use Facebook, TikTok, and other apps to show the good things about Bhutan, not just the problems. And when we do show problems, let’s do it in a kind and helpful way.

Social media is powerful. But we must use it wisely.