NATTA expresses concern over transport strike affecting tourism

KATHMANDU: Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA) has expressed serious concern over the nationwide transport strike called by various transport entrepreneurs, stating that it adversely affects the tourism industry.

In a press statement issued today, NATTA General Secretary Yubika Bhandari said the association's attention had been drawn to the strike, which disrupted public and tourist transport in Pokhara, Nepal's key tourism hub, and in other parts of the country.

"The obstruction of tourist vehicle movement sends a negative message to the international tourism market, creates unnecessary inconvenience for local communities and instils fear and insecurity among visitors," the statement read.

Similarly, the Tourist Bus Association of Nepal (TBAN) also voiced its objection to the transport disruption. TBAN Chairperson Bhishma Neupane urged all stakeholders to ensure the free and safe movement of tourist vehicles and called on the government to make the necessary arrangements to guarantee the unhindered operation of touristic transport at all times.

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