Silver Triangle tourism development, encompassing Pokhara, Lumbini, and Chitwan, emerged as a key focus during a program held in Pokhara on Sunday, highlighting the potential for an integrated approach to boost Nepal’s tourism sector. Emphasis was placed on the potential for integrated tourism development encompassing Pokhara, Lumbini, and Chitwan.
Promoting Tourism Through the Silver Triangle
The event, organized by the Hotel Association Pokhara Nepal in collaboration with the Nepal Tourism Board Gandaki, highlighted the concept of the ‘Silver Triangle’ as a model to boost tourism by linking these three major regions. Speakers emphasized that coordinated development and promotion across Pokhara, Lumbini, and Chitwan could significantly enhance visitor experiences and economic benefits.
Mani Raj Lamichhane, Provincial Chief of the Nepal Tourism Board, expressed that Pokhara can serve as the central hub for tourism while Lumbini and Chitwan complement it through cultural, historical, and wildlife attractions. “By developing Pokhara as the main center, tourism and business exchange activities can be effectively promoted across the three regions,” he said.
Stakeholders Advocate Regional Partnership
The program saw participation from key tourism and business stakeholders, who underscored the importance of partnership in realizing the Silver Triangle initiative. Bharat Raj Parajuli, Central Member of Hotel Association Nepal, highlighted the need for cohesive planning among tourism operators. Laxman Subedi, President of Hotel Association Pokhara, stressed collaborative efforts to attract both domestic and international tourists.
Kamal Rayamajhi, President of Lumbini Press Club, emphasized promoting media coverage and public awareness to boost the region’s profile. Navaraj Adhikari, Chief of Pokhara Metropolitan City Business Promotion Center, and Netra Prasad Paudel, Treasurer of the Association, also reinforced the importance of integrated tourism promotion and investment across the three regions.
Vision for Regional Tourism Growth
Speakers at the program concluded that adopting the Silver Triangle concept could lead to a more strategic and sustainable approach to tourism development in Nepal. By linking Pokhara, Lumbini, and Chitwan through coordinated planning, infrastructure development, and marketing, the regions could attract higher tourist inflows while fostering economic growth and cross-regional cooperation.
The initiative reflects a growing emphasis on regional partnerships and integrated tourism models aimed at strengthening Nepal’s position as a diverse and attractive destination for international travelers.
