During an executive program on Asia Pacific Region’s Tourism Policy and Strategy held in the Maldives, the UNWTO officials have assured persistent support for Nepal’s tourism sector.

On the occasion, Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) CEO Dr. Dhananjay Regmi spoke with UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili and Director of Regional Department for Asia and the Pacific Harry Hwang.

They discussed about tourism recovery and other serious issues of tourism sector in the post-pandemic era.

“The UNWTO officials are willing to support Nepal’s sustainable tourism development, natural and mountaineering tourism development and institutional capacity enhancement,” said Dr. Regmi.

“Different countries are receiving various types of support from the UNWTO. They have received direct benefit too. In this context, the meetings with them in regard to support to Nepal remained fruitful,” he added.

The UNWTO have committed to organize some tourism programs of Asia Pacific region in Nepal in 2023.

During the program, Dr. Regmi also met Maldivian Foreign Minister. They discussed the issues related to tourism development and mutual cooperation between two countries.

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However, most of the travelers are under the misguided impression that Nepal only houses Mount Everest. This article shall dispel that myth as it puts the spotlight on the hidden gems of the nation.

These gems are lands lost in time and are havens of peace. Given their beauty, no tourist can afford to miss these spots when they visit Nepal. Let’s dive into the list of tourist spots where one can soak in the natural beauty of Nepal.

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1) Upper Mustang

Upper Mustang is deemed as the ancient forbidden kingdom of Nepal. Given its remoteness, the perception of the region is apt. Reaching Upper Mustang is a challenge. However, touring the forbidden kingdom is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The tourists who journey to the region will witness landscapes devoid of the urban humdrum as the tour will be filled with medieval villages. One can soak in the beauty of the snowcaps and wind off at the natural hot springs that you are bound to come across. There is considerable Tibetan influence as monasteries are a common sight.

To tour Upper Mustang, one has to obtain a trekking permit. One would get the best touring experience at Upper Mustang when they visit it in March-May or September-November.

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2) Langtang Valley, Rasuwa

The Langtang valley is 30 Kilometers north of Kathmandu, which is the national capital of Nepal. It is one of the most remote valleys in the country. Although the distance is not much, the duration to reach the valley generally consumes seven to eight hours. However, the tiring journey is worth it as Langtang is one of the most beautiful valleys of Nepal.

Sporting jaw-dropping landscapes, Langtang will impress any nature lover with its natural vegetation. The residents, who appreciate their culture to this day, are known for their warm and welcoming nature. The tourists will be soothed by the beautiful mountains surrounding the valley. From Mt Annapurna to Mt Manaslu, Langtang valley has a lot to offer.

The valley is nestled in the Langtang National Park, and the valley is resided by Tibetan communities. The national park also happens to be Nepal’s first Himalayan national park.

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3) Dolpo Shey Phoksundo, Dolpa

Dolpa is one of the most remote districts of Nepal. It is the biggest district of the Himalayan nation, and it is situated in the west part of the nation. As it is sparsely populated, the infrastructure and modern-day development are barely visible. Due to the dearth of modern facilities, one has to be bold enough to undertake the journey to this remote district.

As is with the others, Dolpa boasts of natural beauty, which will leave a lasting impression on the tourists. The freshwater alpine lake, Shey Phoksundo, is one of the deepest lakes in Nepal. Its majestic view will make the visit a memorable one for all. Due to its beauty, the lake is relatively popular among travelers.

4) Namje, Dhankuta

Namje is a valley in east Nepal that is surrounded by immense greenery. Complimenting the beauty of Namje are the beautiful landscapes. The beauty is enjoyed by the resident Magar community and is accentuated by the aesthetically pleasing Nepali houses and villages. One is graced by the view of Mt. Everest and Mt. Manaslu when they visit this valley.

The higher planes of the Namje valley are situated at the height of 2,133 meters and are popular for sightseeing. Tourists soak in the picturesque sunrises and sunsets over the green slopes of the mountains. The tourists will change the perception that Nepal only has Mt. Everest as the remote valley is bound to fascinate the tourists.

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5) Namche Bazaar, Solukhumbu

The Namche Bazaar of Solukumbu is relatively well known among the spots in this list. It is a region situated in east Nepal, and it is a spot frequented by trekkers who want to scale the highest peak, Mt. Everest.

At an altitude of 3,440 m, the Bazaar is located in the interiors of the Sagarmatha National Park. The Bazaar offers great lodging options for tourists who are en route to Mt. Everest. As the tourists edge closer to the highest mountain, they will encounter the villages where mountaineering Sherpas reside. Making the journey a memorable one is the beautiful view of the highest mountain which will leave any tourer mesmerized.

The Bazaar is popular for the agricultural products produced in the area. The yak butter, cheese, woolen wear, and trekking essentials are sold in the market. Although Sherpa is the prevalent language, English and Nepali are also understood here.

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6) Khaptad National Park, Doti

It is no surprise that a national park has figured onto this list as Nepal’s flora and fauna diversity is commendable. The Khaptad National Park is a 225 sq km reserve located in west Nepal. Subtropical forests occupy the low-lying regions of the park while sub-alpine grace higher altitude regions of the park.

There are 224 species of medicinal herbs and 270 species of fauna romping around in the park. From impeyan pheasant to cuckoos, there are various birds flying around in the park. It is also a habitat for 20 different mammal species like barking deer, wild boar, goral, Himalayan black bear, yellow-throated marten, rhesus, and langur monkey.

Thanks to the vast peaceful locales, the park is a popular destination for meditation and birding activities, aside from mountain viewing.

7) Olangchung Gola, Taplejung

Olangchung Gola is a remote mountain village in northeast Nepal. It is situated in the Kanchenjunga region, and its high location gives the tourists the view of the world’s third-highest mountain, the Kanchenjunga. Due to the remote location, Olangchung Gola is devoid of trekkers.

The village is compact and covered in snow as it is pretty close to the Himalayan mountain range. Due to its alpine flora, tourists will be left with a memorable experience despite the village’s remoteness.

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Capping it off

The places featured here are remote and difficult to reach. However, visiting these places will bless you with memories that you would cherish. From the panoramic view to colorful rural houses, the tourists will be spellbound throughout the trip. Although reaching these villages and reserves is tough, the priceless result is worth the effort.

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Realizing the importance of these activities, the Nepal government identified 15 products that are significant for the country. Ranging from paddy to honey, various consumable products have been figured onto Prime Minister’s Agriculture Modernization Project (PMAMP).

In this feature piece, we bring forth the details about the shortlisted food products. From arable land to tonnage of products, this literary feature sheds light on Nepal’s important agricultural and animal husbandry products, which propped the country in the fiscal year 2019/20.

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1) Rice

Rice is one of the most important food items among Asians. It is a daily consumable in Nepal and across various parts of Asia. Cultivating rice crops has become the livelihood for two-thirds of Nepali farmers. It goes without saying that rice is one of the critical agricultural crops in Nepal.

Nepal farmers utilized 1,491,744 hectares of arable land and produced 561,011 metric tonnes of rice in the FY 2019/20. Kanchanpur district has cultivated the highest amount of rice which is 40,323 metric tonnes. Trailing behind Kanchanpur is Chitwan, with 34,809 metric tonnes.

The paddy crops constitute 20 percent of the Agri GDP or A-GDP of Nepal. On a larger scale, rice contributes more than 7 percent of the national GDP.

2) Corn

Corn is consumed majorly not only in Nepal but across the world. It is a significant ingredient in the diet of mankind and animals. Be it food or fodder, corn is used on a daily basis. The food is favored by the animal husbandry farmers as cattle derive their energy from corn-enriched fodder. Thanks to its high demand, corn cultivation has increased by 5 percent annually over the last decade. After rice, it is the most critical crop in Nepal.

Farmers used 956,441 hectares of land in Nepal and generated 2,713,635 metric tonnes of corn in FY 2019/20. Dhading produced the highest amount of corn with 17,973 metric tonnes, while Gulmi scored the second spot with 8,468 metric tonnes of corn. 

3) Wheat

Wheat is one of the oldest crops in Nepal. The crop has gone on to become one of the most important crops in the country as it is used as various consumables from bread to cereals.

The Himalayan farmers sowed the golden crop over 703,992 hectares and cultivated 2,005,665 metric tonnes of wheat in FY 2019/20. Kailali reaped 5,390 metric tonnes of wheat, which is the highest contribution in Nepal. Following Kailali is Nawalparasi, as it reaped 2,289 metric tonnes.

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4) Potatoes

Potatoes are favored by people living in the hills and mountains of Nepal. This is primarily because potatoes grow even in the harsh arid regions of the Himalayas. The high demand for potatoes props the cultivation of potatoes. Due to high abundance, this is one of the most affordable foods in the country.

Understandably, due to the high demand and favorable conditions, potato cultivation is one of the fastest-growing crops in Nepal. This food production alone makes up 6.57 percent of the agricultural GDP. Even on the national GDP scale, potatoes constitute 2.17 percent of the GDP.

It was grown over an area of 193,997 hectares, and the farmers generated a yield of 3,112,947 tonnes in FY 2019/20. The district of Bara generates 1,26,810 metric tonnes output of potatoes every year.

5) Apples

Apple is a fruit that needs no introduction. Consumed by many households for its taste and nutrition, Apple is one of the biggest cultivations in Nepal. Its high demand and resale value have endowed it the ‘cash crop’ status. It contributes 14 percent of revenue to Nepal’s GDP.

The total arable land used for apple farming is 11,186 hectares, and the farmers produced 31,386 metric tonnes of fruit in FY 2019/20. Jumla was confirmed to be the most significant apple contributor with 6,799 metric tonnes. The district of Mustang chugged up to the second spot with 5,727 metric tonnes.

6) Citrus

Citrus fruits are consumed widely on a global scale. Be it lemons or oranges; people love to down these fruits on a daily basis. On an arable land of 46,412 hectares, 271,908 metric tonnes of citrus were produced.

Solukhumbu is the district that produced the highest output of citrus with 1,449 metric tonnes in FY 2019/20. Gulmi is the second biggest contributor with 408 metric tonnes. Syangja produced NPR 356.6 million worth of oranges grown over an area of 1,270 hectares. The grapefruit is grown highest in Sindhuli with 4,900 metric tonnes, which were produced over 400 hectares of land.

7) Mangoes

The king of fruits reigns over Nepal as well. Mangoes are savored by many as it is one of the tastiest and pulpiest fruits there is. It is high in vitamins while being low on calories. As it is a seasonal fruit, the demand is considerably higher than for other fruits. Understanding this, farmers doled out 366,144 metric tonnes of mangoes which was grown over 49,588 hectares of land. Surkhet district yielded the highest output of mangoes with 400 metric tonnes.

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8) Export Oriented Crops

Nepal capitalizes on the global demand for its products. Farmers have begun cultivating crops with the intention to export them all together. Nepal exports coffee and cardamom.

Nepal’s coffee production has been spiking in recent times. Kavre has stepped up as the highest coffee producing district with 221 metric tonnes grown over 973 hectares. Another 1 million hectares of land is projected to be used for coffee cultivation.

Nepal contributes 7,954 metric tonnes to the global cardamom production of 12,000 metric tonnes. Taplejung is the highest cardamom producing district with 2,490 metric tonnes grown over 4,150 hectares.

9) Milk

Although it is the 21st century, Nepal continues to rely on cattle for its agricultural activities. As most of the agricultural farmers have cows with them, the Himalayan nation produces dairy products on a large scale. The fact that almost 80 percent of the milk is provided by small farmers displays how vital and intricate cattle are with the agrarian culture.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development realized the significance of cattle farming and educated Nepalis about crossbreeding, which would improve the genes of the cattle. The ministry has also made efforts to make animal husbandry much more efficient.

Nepal produced 1,800,000 metric tonnes of milk. The district which produced the most milk was Kavre, with 83,509 metric tonnes. Morang clinched the second spot with 73,267 metric tonnes of milk.

10) Fish

Fish is one of the most nutritious foods that the world has. High on protein but low on calories and cholesterol, fish is consumed and favored by health and meat lovers alike. In Nepal, fish is an important aspect in economic terms as they provide a livelihood for many people of different ethnicities. Propelled by the massive demand, different people of Nepal are showing interest in adopting pisciculture.

Aquatic husbandry in Nepal covers 12,349 hectares, and the farmers produce 62,725 metric tonnes. Dhanusa ranks the highest in fish production with 7,312 metric tonnes, while Bara, with 5,276 metric tonnes, ranked second.

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11) Meat

Meat consumption has increased in Nepal, and sympathetically, meat production has increased as well. The production is projected to grow as meat is known to be a good source of proteins, vitamins, and iron.

Cattle rearing for meat generation has occupied 13,082,641 hectares in Nepal. The rearing has generated 357,082 metric tonnes of meat production. In economic terms, animal husbandry has contributed 11.5 percent to Nepal’s GDP. On smaller terms, it created 25.7 percent of agricultural GDP.

Goat meat is also one of the most consumed meats in Nepal. Goat herding is a lucrative profession for the most landlocked country. A whopping 65,583 metric tonnes of meat is generated every year. Surkhet and Dailekh are the regions that contribute the maximum amount of goat meat.

Apart from goat meat, pork is one of the consumed meat in Nepal, and it has been observed that the demand has been increasing in the Himalayan nation. 18,709 metric tonnes of pork meat have been generated in Nepal. Morang and Jhapa are the regions that contribute the most when it comes to pork meat.

12) Honey

Honey is one of the foods which is loved by a lot of people. Be it green tea or weight loss; honey is slurped in high demand. With bees pollinating and giving honey to farmers, apiculture is one of the sought-after professions in Nepal.

As the demand for Himalayan honey is high, Nepal could generate 3,990 metric tonnes by using 242,500 hectares. Morang outclassed every other district by generating honey with 15,000 hives, while Lamjung generated 35,000 hives.

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Capping it off

As one can observe, the pristine mountains of Nepal house not only trekking opportunities but also great flora and fauna. Be it healthy veggies or animal meat, Nepal has a lot to offer to all. It is excellent to gorge on foods grown in such a pristine environment.

So, pack your bags and head to Nepal. Your gastronomic journey will be unique without much effort.

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They opined that the Himalayan nation is now a safe destination for tourism as the country has reigned in the coronavirus spread nationally. Additionally, most of the people employed in the tourism sector are vaccinated.

The operators held a meeting in Kathmandu on Monday and asked that the government remove the COVID-19 restrictions hampering tourism activities for completely vaccinated tourists and furnish the visas to the tourists on arrival. They also asked the government to publicize that Nepal is a safe destination for tourism on a global scale.

At the meeting, Sarita Lama, the General Secretary of Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal, emphasized the urgency of this decision as Nepal’s tourism activity peaks from September to November. If the decision is not taken in time, the tourism industry could be hit.

Raj Gyawali, an entrepreneur, said that the government should act immediately and issue an advisory that the country is safe for tourists.

The chief of the immigration department, Jhanka Nath Dhakal, was optimistic about granting the visa on arrival for tourists and about issuing an advisory. However, he stated that the cabinet would have to ratify the demands put forth.

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Hot on heels of this unprecedented crisis, the unemployment in the tourism sector has reached staggering levels. Many tourism workers are in dire straits.

Citing the unemployment crisis, the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) in collaboration with the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) is planning to create short-term employment for 1,000 tourism workers.

The NTB and TAAN inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to this effect on Sunday.

The NTB has launched a project titled “Sustainable Tourism for Livelihood Recovery” with an aim to provide relief to the workers who lost their employment due to COVID-19 crisis.

Under the two-and-a-half year project, the Tourism Board is targeting to offer work ranging from around 70,000 man days to 100,000 man days, in support of the UNDP.

The project budget is estimated around USD 2.5 million. The NTB will provide USD 1 million and the remaining USD 1.5 million will be offered by the UNDP.

“We were hopeful that the project would help address the unemployment issue in the tourism sector a little bit and retain tourism businesses and workers,” said NTB Executive Director Dr. Dhananjaya Regmi.

The Tourism Board is also planning to create short-term employment opportunities for 50,000 workers in total in the near future.

The Board has already signed agreement with the Hotel Association of Nepal (HAAN), Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA), and Nepal Association of Rafting Agencies (NARA) to this effect.

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The pristine Himalayas pose a trekking challenge to tourists and Nepalis alike, but replete one with delightful surprises. Apart from trekking, one can do a great deal of many things in Nepal. Ranging from rafting to bungee jumping, Nepal has a lot to offer to adventure- and thrill-seekers.

However, these activities are somewhat offbeat as Nepal’s main attraction has always been trekking.

In this article, we shall explore the offbeat activities which are relatively lesser known to the world.

1) Bungee Jumping

Bungee jumping is one of the most popular activities among adventurists. While trekking is all about meticulously climbing the mountains, bungee is about jumping off from a high point with a tether attached. Thankfully, Nepal boasts this activity. The Last Resort in Sindhupalchok offers bungee jumping to the seekers.

Apart from this resort, the activity has been opened up in other locations as well. The High Grounds Adventure in Pokhara, and the suspension bridge in Kusma, offer the thrill of bungee jumping. This is one of the activities which is catching up with the others.

2) Rafting

Nepal’s Himalayan rivers are a different experience in itself. The rivers of Nepal are gorgeous and pack turbidity enough to provide a memorable rafting experience. The excitement and the deafening sound of the rapids make the experience priceless. One of the best experiences can be found on the Trishuli river as rafting here is moderately complex.

The much more adventurous rafting will be found in Seti river. This river has enough rapids to make rafting a great experience. The Karnali and Bheri rivers are also thronged by rafters who are in West Nepal.

3) Rock Climbing

Rock climbing is a sport that is tougher than it looks. Centering the weight on the feet firmly, one ought to move up using the hands without resting any bodyweight on them. The movement coordination and strain are not everyone’s cup of tea, but it sure provides an exhilarating experience.

One can go rock climbing in Pasang Lhamu Climbing Centre or Astrek Climbing wall, where one can climb walls before going rock climbing. The wall climbing will help you understand how to go rock climbing later on. In addition, one can test their rock-climbing skills in Hattiban, Bimalnagar, and Monjo.

4) Mountain Biking

Nepal is a landlocked Himalayan country with ample terrain for mountain biking. The mountain regions are not only suitable for trekking but also for biking stunts.

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The mountain trail in Annapurna Circuit, Upper Dolpo, and Khaptad provide enough airborne thrills to the seekers. Langtang National Park is also one of the places where bikers get their thrills.

5) Ice Climbing

Climbing upon the hardened ice sheets is an experience not dissimilar to rock climbing. The sport is favored by trekkers and adventurists who are mountaineering in Nepal. However, this is an activity that is not for all as ice presents a considerable challenge to the trekkers

One can scale the icy scapes in Humde in Manang and Thame in Khumbu, where ice is aplenty to climb. It is advised to go fully prepared with the gear and knowledge as to how to climb the icy slopes.

6) Paragliding

The mountains of Nepal will provide a picturesque gliding memory to all. There are various hill ranges of Nepal where one can glide. The hill ranges of Gorkha, Kot Danda, Godavari, Surkhet, Phulchoki, and Bandipur are visited by the aviation thrill-seekers. However, if you are a novice, it is better to glide with an instructor as the hills pose a deadly threat to the untrained.

7) Skydiving

Everest is the highest point in the world. However, skydiving above Everest is an emotion that is better felt than expressed. Nepal has allowed skydiving activities around Mount Everest, and skydivers can see the rooftop of the world. If one cannot skydive over Mt. Everest, there is always the Pokhara mountain range where one can dive into.

Capping it off

Nepal not only has snowcaps to offer but a lot more. It is a haven to unwind and reconnect with the adventurous side of yours. With due caution and proper gear, indulge in the fun that not many know of and have the time of your life.

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The demand was put forth by Pokhara Tourism Council Chairman Gopi Bahadur Bhattarai on Tuesday. He approached the Finance Minister of Gandaki Province, Ramjee Baral.

He asked for the immediate vaccination arrangement as the tourism sector was one of the worst-hit sectors due to the global contagion.

Chairman Bhattarai stated that the demanded dosage would be provided to the workers of hotels and restaurants in the first phase. “Though it requires 20,000 doses for entire tourism entrepreneurs in Pokhara, we have merely demanded 5,000 vaccines to address the immediate need”, he said.

The tourism delegation, composed of Chairman Bhattarai, operators Agni Kandel, Basu Tripathi, and Tikaram Sapkota, also asked for a new schedule on loan repayment. Due to the pandemic impact, small and medium enterprises would struggle to repay the actual loan installments and interest amounts within two years.

The delegation asked the government to consider the tourism sector as a top priority in the fiscal year of 2021/22.

Minister Baral stated that the provincial government had conveyed it to the central government pertaining to the vaccines. Additionally, the provincial administration would revive the tourism sector in its permissible capacity.

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53 percent of Nepalis were devastated as they lost their jobs during this second-wave lockdown. Additionally, the lockdown measures claimed both the jobs and income of 40 percent of the citizens.

The survey, which was performed during the third quarter of May 2021, was conducted by Sharecast Initiative Nepal with the help of UNICEF. The survey was conducted across 3,000 families with kids across Nepal.

People the witnessed income loss in the form of remittances and sales dips. Other sources of additional income were also impacted.

The survey concluded that agriculture and tourism, Nepal’s most significant employment sectors, suffered the most. This triggered the massive Nepali downslide on the employment front.

The employment seekers of Bagmati and Karnali were the worst hit, as per the survey.

“This large-scale job and income loss threaten to further deteriorate the socio-economic well-being of children and their families,” the survey said in its findings.

The survey cautioned that due to loss of income, most families might trim down food consumption and other essential requirements to ax expenses. About 99 percent of families are not receiving any monetary support to spar with these unexpected hardships.

UNICEF’s survey, Child and Family tracker, observed that more than 60% of households with kids suffered livelihood and economic losses in the initial two months of the lockdown.

Despite most of the aggrieved families recovering from the loss since 40 percent of the families are prone to slip into poverty, UNICEF emphasized.

Acting on the startling conclusions of this survey, UNICEF has transferred monetary resources to Nepal to safeguard over 10,000 children. The United Nations agency has commended Nepal on the expansion of the Child Grant Program and the social security allowance boost. The Nepali government has hiked the social security allowance 33 percent.

“It is important to increase the amount of the transfer to deal with the additional stress caused by the pandemic,” the UNICEF survey said.

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The NTB is all set to promote Nepali tourism in the South Asia Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) to be organized by the International Tourism Promotion Board in India.

Supported by the Indian Tourism Ministry, the SATTE is one of the most prominent tourism exchange fairs in South Asia.

This is the first international event the NTB is allowing participants to participate physically after the pandemic.

Under the leadership of NTB, 25 companies, including Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), have geared up to attend the event to be held in Greater Noida from March 24-26, 2021.

According to NTB CEO Dr. Dhananjay Regmi, the companies will participate in the SATTE with the strategy to enter the markets in neighboring countries in a bid to promote domestic tourism.

”Tourist activities are gradually gaining momentum in India, and Nepal’s participation in the event will be significant even as India is yet to open its border for many countries. We will reach other tourism markets in India after analyzing the presence in SATTE,” said Regmi.

The NTB believes that participation in the international event will help promote Nepali tourism at a time when the Nepali Government has decided to resume flights to and from India.

“The NTB has realized the need for separate strategies for transit points, hill stations, and other touristic sites to attract Indian tourists to visit Nepal. Strategies have been formulated accordingly,” added Regmi.

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He said that Nepal needs to think differently to boost the tourism sector, which is severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The world is not the same as it used to be due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and there will be additional responsibilities for our country and the rest of the world,” said Sherpa.

Being a Consul General of the Washington State, Sherpa has been promoting Nepali tourism by organizing booths, distributing flyers, cultural performance with local Nepalis, and handing out souvenirs every year through various organizations like New York Times Travel Shows (NYTTS).

As a member of the American Travel Tourism Association (ATTA), he traveled to various countries like Canada, Mexico, Switzerland, and South Africa to promote Nepal tourism.

Moreover, Sherpa, the International Rotary Club member, organized a business celebration program in July 2019 with Nepali Ambassador Dr. Arjun Kumar Karki and Miss Nepal 2019 Anuska Shrestha.

Businessmen from American organizations such as Microsoft, Amazon, and Boeing, and many other delegates, including senators, mayors, and honorary consular association members are also present at the event.

Other notable works of AC Sherpa:

• Worked with Nepal Embassy in Washington, NRN NCC USA, NRN ICC, and local Nepali organization leaders to promote tourism
• Provided financial and psychological support for many Nepalis
• Issued visitor visas for over 1500 US passport holders
• Supported building 110 houses with hydroelectric power in Solu Khumbu, Nepal, in 2010
• Supported building schools in Tapting Solnasa and Chitwan
• Supported Young Star Club in Solu Salleri

“I have gained a high level of diplomacy knowledge, been presented numerous opportunities to serve the Nepali communities in the USA, and have learned various ways to contribute to Nepal and its people. I have built deep relationships not only within the Nepali communities but also within the international honorary consulate organization,” said Sherpa.

“I look forward to contributing to Nepal in many more ways and share the knowledge that I have accumulated during the past thirty-five years while living in the USA and Nepal,” he added.

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