Free jeep service, new trekking route among Badimalika tourism plans
Summary
Budhinanda Municipality has unveiled an 11-point tourism plan for Badimalika, including a shorter trekking route, a free jeep service between Kolti and Phulchadhaune, and the development of Banepatan as a base camp. The plan also emphasizes environmental conservation, local employment, and linking Badimalika to a broader tourism circuit.
Key Points
- Budhinanda Municipality has adopted an 11-point plan to promote tourism in the Badimalika region.
- A free jeep service will run for one year between Kolti and Phulchadhaune, while the Porkhe-Banepatan-Badimalika route will be promoted as a shorter trail.
- Banepatan will be developed as a tourism base camp and gateway, with plans for trekking infrastructure, homestays and local enterprises.
- The strategy also emphasizes biodiversity protection, water conservation, plastic control and integration with the Rara-Khaptad-Badimalika tourism circuit.
