Two highly esteemed individuals, Mr. Kumar Mani Thapaliya and Mr. Narendra Dev Bhatta, have been appointed to the Executive Committee of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), which is a significant development for the country’s tourist sector.
Mr. Narendra Dev Bhatta
Mr. Narendra Dev Bhatta, General Secretary of PATTA, renowned for his extensive experience and long-standing contribution to the tourism sector, has been recognized as a mentor figure in the industry. With decades of hands-on involvement and in-depth knowledge of tourism operations, his inclusion in the NTB Executive Committee is regarded as a strategic move to enhance the board’s leadership and vision.
Mr. Kumar Mani Thapaliya
Alongside him, Mr. Kumar Mani Thapaliya, a dynamic and rising tourism entrepreneur, has also been appointed. Mr. Thapaliya currently serves as the President of the Nepal Association of Tour & Travel Agents (NATTA). His appointment represents the growing recognition of young professionals who are helping to innovate and modernize Nepal’s tourism sector.
Both appointees bring a balanced blend of experience and youth to the NTB. While Mr. Bhatta holds the position of General Secretary at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter, Mr. Thapaliya’s active engagement in national and international tourism affairs has made him a standout personality among the emerging tourism leaders of Nepal.
Industry insiders have warmly welcomed the appointments, expressing confidence in the duo’s ability to contribute positively to Nepal’s tourism development over the next two years. Their leadership is expected to further align Nepal’s tourism goals with global standards, especially in promoting sustainable tourism, enhancing destination marketing, and improving traveler experiences.
There is collective optimism that under their guidance, the Nepal Tourism Board will achieve greater milestones and help the country position itself as a leading travel destination in South Asia. The tourism fraternity is hopeful that this new composition of the Executive Committee will bring impactful changes and accelerate the post-pandemic recovery of Nepal’s tourism economy.
