Nepal Tourism Board - Gandaki Province

23/09/2026

✈️ A Historic Moment for Nepal Tourism & Gandaki Province! 🏔️✨

​Today, September 23, marks a monumental milestone as we extend a warm welcome to Flydubai on its inaugural direct flight from Dubai to Pokhara International Airport! 🛬

​As the Adventure Capital of Nepal, Pokhara is now directly connected to the world via Dubai's global network. This direct route makes reaching our scenic lake city faster and easier than ever for international travelers, students, and the Nepali diaspora.

​📍 From Pokhara, your journey seamlessly continues to:

🌲 Chitwan National Park – World-class wildlife safaris
🕊️ Lumbini – The sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha
🏔️ Annapurna Circuit – Unmatched trekking and outdoor adventures

​As Nepal prepares to celebrate Nepal Wellness Year 2027, this direct link opens endless possibilities for spiritual retreat, nature exploration, and adventure tourism.

​We express our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to Flydubai, the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN), local authorities, and tourism partners who made this dream a reality.

​🇳🇵 Welcome to Pokhara — Where Your Himalayan Adventure Begins! ✈️

flydubai Nepal Tourism Board

22/09/2026

Direct flights from Dubai to Pokhara are officially here! ✈️🏔️

​On behalf of Nepal Tourism Board - Gandaki Province Office, Pokhara, we extend a warm congratulations to flydubai on launching this milestone connection on September 23rd.

Reaching the adventure capital of Nepal is now easier and smoother than ever.

​Pack your bags—Pokhara awaits! 🇳🇵✨

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02/09/2026

🎓 Heartiest Congratulations & Bon Voyage to Our Chief, Mr. Mani R. Lamichhane! 🇨🇳🇳🇵

​The entire team at the Nepal Tourism Board - Gandaki Province Office, Pokhara, extends its warmest congratulations and best wishes to our Chief, Mr. Mani Raj Lamichhane, as he embarks on an inspiring academic journey!

​Mr. Lamichhane is leaving on a 10-month study leave to pursue his PhD in International Affairs and Global Governance at the prestigious Institute of Global Development, Zhejiang University, China.

​As a dedicated leader who has consistently driven sustainable tourism, strategic destination marketing, and community development across Gandaki Province and Nepal, this prestigious opportunity is a testament to his commitment to excellence, lifelong learning, and global vision.

​We are immensely proud of his achievement! While we will miss his dynamic leadership here in Pokhara, we know that the insights and global perspectives he gains at Zhejiang University will greatly enrich Nepal’s tourism ecosystem upon his return.

​Wishing you endless success, memorable experiences, and a fruitful academic journey in China, Sir! Safe travels! ✈️📚✨

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01/09/2026

SITUATION UPDATE-12
Bhotekoshi Flash Flood
September 1,2026
For Further details please refer to: https://ndrrma.gov.np/np/rescue

SITUATION UPDATE-12
Bhotekoshi Flash Flood
September 1,2026

For Further details please refer to: https://ndrrma.gov.np/np/rescue

31/08/2026

SITUATION UPDATE-11
Bhotekoshi Flash Flood
August 31 ,2026

For Further details please refer to: https://ndrrma.gov.np/np/rescue

31/08/2026

30/08/2026

PRESS RELEASE

30 August, 2026

Bhote Koshi Flash Flood: Information Desk to be Established in NTB

A meeting of government agencies and tourism-sector representatives has called for intensified search and rescue efforts of tourists reported missing following the devastating flash flood in the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers on 26 August, 2026.

The meeting, led by Ramkrishna Lamichhane, Director General of Department of Tourism and Hikmat Singh Ayer, Officiating Chief Executive Officer of the Nepal Tourism Board, was attended by around 40 representatives from the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Tourist Police, Hotel Association Nepal (HAN), Trekking Agencies' Association of Nepal (TAAN), Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA), Association of Kailash and Manasarovar Tour Operators and other tourism organizations.

The meeting decided to:

• Establish a dedicated information desk comprising representatives from the Nepal Tourism Board, Department of Tourism, Tourist Police, TAAN, NATTA, HAN, Hotel Professional Federation Nepal (HPFN) and the Association of Kailash and Manasarovar Tour Operators to regularly share information on rescued and missing tourists, as well as updates on the situation.

• Request tour and travel companies to provide verified details of missing tourists through designated focal persons and coordinate with relevant embassies regarding their nationals.

• Ensure families of missing tourists receive accurate and timely information through the concerned tour and travel companies.

• Request, through the Ministry, the establishment of a dedicated cell within the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) for coordinated information on tourists who have been rescued, reported missing or confirmed deceased.

• Request tourism businesses to provide details of damaged tourism infrastructure to the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation and NTB.

The Nepal Tourism Board urges all tourism stakeholders to provide verified and timely information through the designated coordination mechanism and avoid the circulation of unverified reports.

30/08/2026

SITUATION UPDATE-10
Bhotekoshi Flash Flood
August 30 ,2026

For Further details please refer to: https://ndrrma.gov.np/np/rescue

29/08/2026

SITUATION UPDATE-9
Bhotekoshi Flash Flood
August 29,2026

For Further details please refer to: https://ndrrma.gov.np/np/rescue

29/08/2026

SITUATION UPDATE-8
Bhotekoshi Flash Flood
August 29, 2026