Dhaka:The Nepal Embassy in Dhaka, in collaboration with the Nepal Tourism Board, hosted a tourism promotion event themed ‘Nepal Is Calling Visit, Explore, Experience’ on Wednesday. The event aimed to bolster tourism connections between Nepal and Bangladesh.
According to National News Agency RSS, the programme commenced with Business-to-Business (B2B) sessions that allowed tour and travel agencies from both Nepal and Bangladesh to explore partnership opportunities, including travel packages and joint promotions. The sessions were followed by a formal event attended by key stakeholders from the tourism and hospitality sectors of both countries.
Cultural performances highlighting Nepali culture were featured at the event, along with a raffle draw that offered prizes such as air tickets from Himalaya Airlines and exclusive holiday packages provided by participating Nepali tour and travel agencies.
Nepali Ambassador to Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari, emphasized the significance of tourism and people-to-people connections in strengthening Nepal-Bangladesh relations. He highlighted Nepal’s geographical proximity, cultural similarities, and varied tourism offerings, urging Bangladeshi travelers to explore Nepal. He also addressed the impact of the August 2026 flash floods on Nepal’s tourism industry and the ongoing recovery efforts.
Dr. Nurun Nahar Chowdhury, Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation of Bangladesh, stressed the importance of tourism cooperation and connectivity in enhancing bilateral ties. She encouraged participants to expand business networks and develop joint tourism packages to bring the two nations closer.
Santosh Kumar Ghimire, Senior Manager at the Nepal Tourism Board, spoke about Nepal’s diverse tourism offerings, presenting it as a year-round destination ready to welcome visitors. Other speakers included Deputy Chief of Mission Pratik Karki, TOAB President Mohammed Hanif, and Asian Tourism Fair Chair Mohiuddin Helal.
Representatives from Nepal’s tour operators and travel agencies, led by the Nepal Tourism Board, are also participating in the 14th Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair in Dhaka.