Department of Immigration advises against trekking in mountainous regions for three days
Summary
The Department of Immigration has urged tourists to avoid trekking in Nepal’s high hills and mountains for three days due to the risk of heavy snowfall, snowstorms and avalanches. Trekking permits for restricted areas will not be issued during this period.
Key Points
- The Department of Immigration has advised tourists not to trek in restricted high-hill and mountain areas from October 29 to 31.
- The advisory follows warnings from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority about heavy snowfall, blizzards and avalanches.
- Trekking permits for restricted areas will not be issued during the three-day period as a precaution.
- Department director Surya Prasad Chapagain urged trekkers, guides and agencies to follow the notice and take safety precautions.
