On Thursday, Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Badri Prasad Pandey, expressed his views during a meeting of the International Relations and Tourism Committee held at Singhadarbar. The meeting focused on discussions regarding the management and operation of Nepal Airlines Corporation’s (NAC) flight services, along with other related matters concerning the airline’s performance and future plans.
Minister Pandey emphasized the need for improving the operational efficiency of Nepal Airlines, which plays a vital role in the country’s aviation and tourism sectors. The meeting brought together various stakeholders to address the challenges and opportunities in the airline industry, especially in the context of post-pandemic recovery and Nepal’s growing tourism market.
Key topics of discussion included enhancing the quality of services, expanding international routes, and modernizing the airline’s fleet to ensure competitive pricing and customer satisfaction. Officials from the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, along with representatives from Nepal Airlines, participated in the dialogue, aiming to strengthen the aviation infrastructure and improve Nepal’s image as a preferred tourist destination.
Minister Pandey’s remarks underlined the importance of a robust aviation sector for the tourism industry, particularly in attracting international tourists to Nepal. He also called for closer collaboration between the government and the airline to ensure that Nepal Airlines can operate sustainably while meeting international standards.
The meeting marks a significant step towards addressing the long-standing issues related to the airline’s operations, with an emphasis on making necessary reforms to increase efficiency and enhance Nepal’s global connectivity.