Religious Tourists Surge at Muktinath Temple
Summary
The number of religious tourists visiting Muktinath Temple in Mustang has surged to over 15,000 daily amid favorable season and Indian heatwaves causing school closures. Management and security face challenges due to overcrowding, with infrastructure expansion plans underway.
Key Points
- Religious tourists visiting Muktinath Temple have increased to over 15,000 daily, from an average of 4,000.
- The surge is driven by favorable weather, Indian school closures due to extreme heat, and a four-day public holiday in Nepal.
- Security personnel and police are deployed to manage the large crowds and traffic congestion around the temple.
- Four infrastructure development proposals have been approved to expand Muktinath Temple's capacity and improve visitor facilities.
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