Private Sector Expresses Concern Over Flood Impact on Pokhara Tourism
Summary
The Bhote Koshi flood is hurting Pokhara’s tourism sector and raising alarm across the private sector about the wider economic fallout. Business leaders have urged international outreach to reassure travelers that most Nepali tourist destinations remain safe and open.
Key Points
- Private sector leaders say the Bhote Koshi flood is already affecting Pokhara’s tourism and economy.
- Officials and entrepreneurs urged Nepal to tell international markets that destinations outside disaster-hit areas remain safe and operational.
- FNCCI leaders called for international assistance for relief and rehabilitation and warned that disaster risk is rising in Nepal.
- Three students were honored with the Laxmi Vidya Padak during the Pokhara Chamber of Commerce and Industry convention.
