Tourism Sector Faces Investment Decline Due to Unimplemented Policies, Stakeholders Warn

Stakeholders warn that the lack of policy implementation in Nepal's tourism sector is eroding investor confidence and jeopardizing the tourism economy. Issues such as the non-operational status of domestic airports, lack of electricity concessions for hotels, and insufficient direct air connectivity have been highlighted. Experts suggest the need for a dedicated 'Tourism Authority' to guide the sector and emphasize the importance of developing new products and destinations, alongside improved connectivity with India and China, to boost tourism.