Reports show Gen-Z protests hit Pokhara's tourism hard
Summary
The Pokhara Tourism Council reports significant financial damages to hotels and businesses in Pokhara due to Gen-Z protests, urging government support and compensation.
Key Points
- Gen-Z protests on September 8-9 severely impacted Pokhara's tourism sector.
- Hotels including Sarovar, Bagaincha Resort, and Goodwill reported losses ranging from Rs 10 million to Rs 1 billion.
- The Pokhara Tourism Council submitted a preliminary damage report to Gandaki Province's Tourism Minister.
- The Council calls for government loans and compensation to aid affected tourism businesses before the peak season.
