The fifth general convention of the Hotel Professional Federation Nepal has successfully concluded in Pokhara, Gandaki Province, with the unanimous and unopposed election of T.R. Bhandari (Shankar) as the new president.
The convention, held in Pokhara, marked an important milestone for the hotel and hospitality sector of Nepal, bringing together leading entrepreneurs and representatives from across the country. The entire executive committee was elected unanimously, reflecting strong consensus and unity among member hoteliers.
New Executive Committee Formed Unopposed
According to the election committee, the new leadership team of the federation was selected without contest, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibility. The formation of the new working committee is expected to further strengthen institutional governance and collective decision-making within the federation.
The election process concluded peacefully with active participation from delegates representing various regions of Nepal’s hospitality sector, highlighting the organization’s cohesive structure and shared vision.
Commitment to Transparency and Institutional Strengthening
Following his unopposed election, newly appointed President T.R. Bhandari (Shankar) expressed gratitude to all representatives, senior business leaders, and supporting members for their trust and cooperation. He pledged to advance the federation as a transparent, accountable, and member-focused institution.
He emphasized that the federation will prioritize policy reforms, investment-friendly initiatives, and the protection of entrepreneurs’ rights to ensure sustainable growth in Nepal’s hospitality industry. According to him, strengthening competitiveness and improving regulatory efficiency will be key focus areas in the coming tenure.
Focus on Policy Reform and Sector Development
The newly elected president stated that the federation aims to actively engage in policy advocacy to address structural challenges in the hotel and tourism sector. He underscored the need for creating a more investment-friendly environment to attract both domestic and international investors.
Improving infrastructure, enhancing service standards, and ensuring better coordination between stakeholders were highlighted as essential steps for making Nepal’s hotel industry more competitive at the global level.
Strengthening Unity in the Hospitality Sector
The Hotel Professional Federation Nepal has long played a key role in uniting hotel entrepreneurs across the country, advocating for their rights, and contributing to tourism development. The organization has also been involved in policy dialogue, capacity building, and promotional activities aimed at strengthening Nepal’s hospitality ecosystem.
With the new leadership in place, stakeholders expect renewed momentum in collaboration between private sector operators and government agencies. The federation is also anticipated to take a more active role in regional development initiatives and tourism promotion efforts.
Future Priorities: Digitalization and Workforce Development
Industry stakeholders have expressed optimism that the new executive committee will accelerate efforts in digital transformation, infrastructure collaboration, and skilled workforce development in the hospitality sector. These areas are considered crucial for improving service delivery and meeting evolving international tourism standards. The new leadership is also expected to focus on enhancing training opportunities for hospitality workers and promoting modern management practices across member hotels.
Tourism sector stakeholders have welcomed the unopposed election of the new leadership, expressing confidence that the committee led by T.R. Bhandari will strengthen coordination between the private sector and the government. They believe the federation will play a more impactful role in policy advocacy and contribute significantly to regional and national tourism development in the years ahead.
