The Nepal Sales Mission in Kolkata was successfully organized on Friday, 30 January 2026, bringing together key tourism stakeholders from Nepal and India to enhance bilateral tourism cooperation and business partnerships. The B2B networking event was jointly organized by the Consulate General of Nepal in Kolkata and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), in collaboration with the Society of Travel and Tour Operators Nepal (STTON) and Buddha Air.
Strong Industry Participation
Held at the Topaz Hall of Hotel Hindustan International, the event attracted around 200 attendees, including leading travel and tour operators from West Bengal, media representatives, tourism professionals, and members of the diplomatic community. The program provided a dynamic platform for direct interactions, networking, and business discussions between the travel trade of Nepal and West Bengal.
A total of 19 companies from Nepal participated in the sales mission, including prominent travel and tour operators and one hotel. In total, 25 delegates represented Nepal at the event. The Nepal Tourism Board was represented by two senior officials, Mr. Surya Thapaliya, Senior Manager, and Ms. Jayshakti Sarraf, Senior Officer, who actively engaged with Indian counterparts to promote Nepal as a diverse, year-round tourism destination.
Showcasing Nepal’s Tourism Diversity
The Nepal Sales Mission aimed to highlight the wide array of tourism offerings in Nepal, including leisure travel, adventure tourism, pilgrimage circuits, cultural experiences, and emerging niche segments. Special emphasis was placed on enhancing travel connectivity, strengthening trade partnerships, and encouraging increased tourist flows from West Bengal to Nepal.
Representatives from the organizing institutions emphasized the strategic importance of the Indian market for Nepal’s tourism industry, particularly eastern India, which shares strong cultural, historical, and people-to-people linkages with Nepal. The collaboration with Buddha Air further highlighted the critical role of air connectivity in tourism growth. Buddha Air currently operates four weekly flights between Kathmandu and Kolkata, providing convenient access for travelers and tourism stakeholders from both regions.
B2B Interactions and Future Collaborations
The event received positive feedback from participating stakeholders. Numerous B2B interactions led to renewed interest in developing joint tour packages, collaborative promotional campaigns, and long-term business collaborations. Media participation further amplified the visibility of Nepal’s tourism offerings in the Indian market, reaching potential travelers and industry partners.
The Nepal Sales Mission in Kolkata stands as a significant milestone in Nepal Tourism Board’s ongoing efforts to strengthen regional tourism promotion, deepen engagement with key source markets, and foster sustainable tourism growth between Nepal and India.
