The Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA) Banke Chapter has launched a three-day professional training program titled “Capacity Building for Tour Operators” in Nepalgunj, Banke, aimed at enhancing industry knowledge, strengthening professional skills, and building human resource capacity within Nepal’s growing tourism sector.
The training program officially began on 3 July 2026 and will continue until 5 July 2026, bringing together tourism professionals from various segments of Nepal’s travel industry for intensive skill development sessions designed to improve service standards and operational excellence. Organizers say the initiative reflects a broader effort to prepare tourism entrepreneurs and professionals to adapt to evolving global tourism trends while strengthening Nepal’s tourism competitiveness through continuous professional development.
NATTA Banke Organizes Program in Collaboration with Headquarters and Nepal Tourism Board
The training is being organized by the Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents Banke Chapter in collaboration with NATTA Headquarters, with technical and institutional support from the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Tourism stakeholders say such regional training programs play an important role in decentralizing tourism development by ensuring tourism professionals outside major urban centers also gain access to capacity-building opportunities and updated industry knowledge. The partnership between NATTA and NTB is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Nepal’s tourism workforce and improve service quality standards across the broader tourism ecosystem.
More Than 30 Tourism Professionals Participate in Intensive Skill Development Sessions
According to organizers, more than 30 participants representing different sectors of the tourism industry are taking part in the training program. Participants include professionals from the travel trade sector, hospitality businesses, tour operating companies, and other tourism-related enterprises, all of whom are expected to benefit from intensive learning sessions focused on improving practical skills, business management capabilities, and industry-specific knowledge.
The program is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of professional tour operation standards, customer service management, tourism product development, operational planning, and emerging trends shaping Nepal’s tourism industry. Industry experts believe strengthening the professional capacity of tourism operators remains essential as Nepal seeks to attract higher-quality tourism while improving visitor satisfaction and international competitiveness.
Senior Tourism Industry Leaders Attend Training Program
The opening event was attended by Raghunath Bidari, Chief Executive Officer of Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents, whose presence highlighted the organization’s commitment toward continuous human resource development within Nepal’s tourism industry. The training sessions are being facilitated by Vinaya Shakya, who is leading the technical sessions and delivering specialized training content throughout the three-day program.
Meanwhile, Shradha Joshi, Executive Member of NATTA, is coordinating the overall program to ensure smooth implementation and effective delivery of training sessions. Organizers say the involvement of experienced tourism professionals adds significant value to the program by allowing participants to gain practical insights directly from industry experts.
NATTA Continues Focus on Human Resource Development in Tourism Sector
The Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents stated that capacity-building programs remain one of its core priorities as the tourism industry increasingly demands skilled professionals capable of adapting to changing traveler expectations, digital transformation, and international service standards. Officials emphasized that building stronger human resources within tourism businesses is critical for ensuring long-term sustainability and improving Nepal’s reputation as a competitive global tourism destination.
The organization reaffirmed its commitment to continue organizing similar training and professional development initiatives in the future as part of broader efforts to promote excellence within Nepal’s tourism industry. Tourism experts say strengthening professional skills at regional levels can significantly contribute to improving service quality, operational efficiency, and overall visitor experience, ultimately benefiting Nepal’s larger tourism economy.
