Nepal-India Tourism Council to be set up

Summary

Nepal and India are moving to set up a joint tourism council to boost tourist arrivals, create shared travel packages, and strengthen business ties between the two countries. The proposal emerged from the Nepal–India Cross-Border Tourism Connect 2026 programme held in Chitwan.

Key Points
  • Nepal and India are set to establish a tourism council to promote tourism and expand business relations.
  • The Nepal–India Cross-Border Tourism Connect 2026 programme focused on joint destination promotion, B2B meetings, and shared tourism packages.
  • Participants discussed linking Nepal’s tourist destinations with the Indian market and building long-term business partnerships.
  • Delegates visited tourist sites in Ramgram, Amaltari, Maulakalika, Sauraha, Meghauli, Chitwan, and Nawalpur.
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