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Tourism industry associations meet new minister, discuss priorities for sector revival
1 April 2026The presidents of Nepal's major tourism industry associations have held a first meeting with newly appointed Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadakraj Paudel, using the occasion to outline key priorities for revitalising the sector under the new government.
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Travel & LeisureRising fatalities on Khongma La Pass prompt urgent safety warning from Khumbu Rural Municipality
31 March 2026The Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality has issued an urgent safety notice for trekkers, guides, and porters using the Khongma La Pass — also known as Dolmi Ri — following a rise in fatalities on the high-altitude glacial route in recent years.
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ClimbingMountain Queen Lhakpa Sherpa to attempt Everest for record 11th time this spring
31 March 2026A record-holding woman climber has announced that she will attempt to break her own record for the most ascents of Mount Everest this spring.
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Travel & LeisureTourism Minister Paudel meets industry stakeholders, puts Pokhara and Bhairahawa Airports at top of agenda
31 March 2026Barely days into office, newly appointed Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadakraj Paudel, popularly known as Ganesh Paudel, has held an extensive consultation with stakeholders from across Nepal's tourism sector, signalling an intent to move quickly on long-standing industry concerns.
