Tourism Sector Suffers Over Rs 50 Billion Losses from Bhotekoshi Flooding: Minister Paudel
Summary
The tourism sector has suffered losses of more than Rs 50 billion after the Bhotekoshi flash flood damaged hotels, restaurants, vehicles and key religious and cultural sites. Minister Khadak Raj Paudel said Nepal needs better early-warning technology, international support and coordinated efforts to restore confidence in tourism.
Key Points
- Preliminary estimates put tourism-sector losses from the Bhotekoshi flash flood at more than Rs 50 billion.
- The flood damaged 142 hotels, 57 restaurants, 141 tourism-related vehicles and several religious and cultural heritage sites.
- The ministry plans to develop flood-hit areas as a 'climate heritage' with museums, parks and monuments.
- The government is setting up support desks for affected tourists and their families, while urging the world to message that Nepal remains safe for travel.
