Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) is developing a 1,000-bed workers’ dormitory to accommodate part of the workforce expected to be needed as construction of major projects gathers pace. The Gelephu Mindfulness City Administration (GMCA) estimates that between 7,000 and 10,000 workers could be required during peak construction, with projects including the planned airport, roads, bridges and spiritual developments moving forward. Located below the planned 256-unit housing project, the dormitory is being developed on a three-acre site and will be constructed in two phases of 500 beds each. The first phase is targeted for completion by mid-2027, while the full 1,000-bed facility is expected to be ready by early 2028. Governor Dasho Dr Lotay Tshering said the project would establish standards for worker accommodation in Gelephu and demonstrate collaboration between GMCA and the private sector. The facility will have a maximum height of four storeys, with its design aimed at balancing cost efficiency and fire safety. It will be developed under a Design–Build–Finance–Operate–Transfer model, under which a private partner will finance, construct and operate the facility, while GMCA will provide land and infrastructure and oversee performance standards. Once operational, the dormitory will be monitored against established standards and international best practices for worker housing. The project, along with the planned housing development, is expected to help address accommodation needs as GMC’s construction workforce expands and provide safer and more organised housing for workers.