Kathmandu. The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has urged foreign embassies to ease the travel advisories issued for Nepal, assuring that the country has returned to normal and remains fully safe for visitors. Speaking at a special “Meet and Greet with Diplomatic Corps” event organized in Kathmandu on Thursday evening on the occasion of Dashain, NTB Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Deepak Raj Joshi emphasized that Nepal is stable, secure, and welcoming for international tourists.
Travel advisories had been issued by several embassies following the Gen-Z movement unrest on September 9 and 10, which temporarily disrupted the tourism environment. CEO Joshi explained that the situation has since been swiftly brought under control, with political stability restored, a new government formed, and security forces and tourist police resuming normal services. He also highlighted that roads, airports, and transport infrastructure are fully operational, while hospitals and healthcare services are functioning normally.
Addressing ambassadors and diplomatic representatives from more than 15 countries, including the United States, India, Egypt, Norway, Qatar, Malaysia, and Pakistan, Joshi said, “Nepal is one of the world’s most unique natural and cultural destinations. Your support and positive messages can greatly influence international confidence. Together, we can further promote Nepal as one of the world’s most attractive destinations.”
Joshi informed that 25 hotels suffered partial damage during the Gen-Z movement, affecting over 2,000 jobs, but stressed the high resilience of Nepal’s tourism industry. “For decades, Nepal’s tourism has demonstrated maturity in crisis management. No tourist was targeted during the unrest, and I want to assure you that Nepal will remain a safe and welcoming destination in the future as well,” he added. NTB Vice-Chairman Ram Prasad Sapkota also called on embassies to help spread the message in their home countries that Nepal is safe, open, and fully prepared to host visitors with its unique culture, heritage, and hospitality.
On the eve of World Tourism Day, CEO Joshi described upcoming festivals like Dashain, Tihar, and Nepal Sambat as “celebrations of unity and renewal,” underlining that tourism is not only an economic driver but also a bridge of friendship and diplomacy. He reaffirmed NTB’s commitment to working closely with the international community to strengthen Nepal’s tourism identity worldwide.
