Tihar at home, dreams abroad: Nepalis keep leaving
Summary
Nepalis are continuing to leave for foreign jobs and higher education even as families gather to celebrate Tihar and Bhai Tika at home. At Tribhuvan International Airport, departures highlight the gap between repeated government promises to create opportunities in Nepal and the reality driving young people abroad.
Key Points
- Thousands of Nepalis are leaving the country during Tihar for employment, education and personal reasons.
- Tribhuvan International Airport remains busy with passengers departing for foreign destinations despite the festival season.
- Many young people say limited jobs, low wages and financial pressure are forcing them to seek opportunities abroad.
- The trend underscores the gap between government pledges to create jobs at home and the reality facing Nepal's youth.
