Indian Tourists: An Opportunity for Nepal Amidst Management Challenges

Recently, Hindi-speaking tourists have been seen in large numbers in the alleys of cities like Pokhara, Kathmandu, Lumbini, and Chitwan. This is proof of a significant increase in Indian tourists visiting Nepal in recent years.

Currently, there is a surge of Indian tourists not just seasonally but throughout the year. The latest data from the Nepal Tourism Board also shows that Indian nationals constitute the largest share among foreign tourists visiting Nepal. This scenario has created a new debate.