Mustang sees drop in tourist arrivals after Bhotekoshi floods
Summary
Tourist arrivals in Mustang fell sharply after the August 26 floods in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system, with blocked roads and river erosion further hurting local travel. The district recorded 29,274 fewer visitors in Bhadra, a 47.78 percent drop from the previous month.
Key Points
- Mustang’s tourism sector slowed after the August 26 floods in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system.
- The district recorded 29,274 fewer tourist arrivals in Bhadra, a 47.78 percent drop from the previous month.
- Blocked roadways along the Kaligandaki Corridor and river erosion worsened the decline in travel activity.
- Domestic and SAARC tourist arrivals fell sharply, while arrivals from other countries increased slightly.
