Opinion | Welcome tourists back—but build resilient systems to keep them safe
Summary
Nepal’s tourism sector is recovering after the Bhotekoshi flash flood disrupted travel and left major destinations quiet. The country needs safer infrastructure, better emergency preparedness and a more diversified tourism model to withstand future shocks.
Key Points
- The Bhotekoshi flash flood in Rasuwa and Nuwakot has severely disrupted tourism and shaken confidence in Nepal as a destination.
- Tourism contributes about 6.7 percent of Nepal’s gross output and supports more than 1 million jobs, making the sector highly vulnerable to shocks.
- The article calls for resilient tourism infrastructure, stronger emergency response systems and year-round diversification across destinations and seasons.
- It also urges support for businesses and workers in Rasuwa and Langtang Valley through alternative routes, road links and bridge construction.
