NTB announces Rs 1.59 billion budget for fiscal year 2082/83, marking a first-time early release

Kathmandu, July 17 – The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has announced a budget of Rs 1.59 billion for the fiscal year 2082/83, focusing on improving tourism infrastructure, promoting Nepal globally, building a strong tourism brand, and preparing for potential disasters.

According to Rishi Ram Bhandari, head of the budget sub-committee, this is the first time NTB has presented its budget right at the start of the fiscal year.

Here’s how the budget will be spent:

  • Rs 436.1 million for promoting Nepal in global tourism markets

  • Rs 129.5 million for public relations and communication

  • Rs 26.7 million for research, planning, and monitoring

  • Rs 186.3 million for developing tourism resources

  • Rs 91.9 million for managing and monitoring the Trekking Information Management System (TIMS)

  • Rs 116.6 million for the Gandaki Province Office in Pokhara

  • Rs 111.2 million for regional and international offices

  • Rs 46.2 million for hosting special tourism events and travel expos

  • Rs 114.8 million for disaster preparedness and emergency funds

  • Rs 60 million for joint projects with UNDP

  • Rs 30 million for the Executive Secretariat and Committee

  • Rs 262.7 million for central office operations and administrative costs

International Promotion

NTB will participate in major global travel fairs such as:

  • WTM London

  • ITB Berlin

  • ATM Dubai

  • Tourism Expo Japan 2025

  • ITB China 2026

  • OTM Mumbai

  • SATTE New Delhi

They’ll also conduct sales missions in ASEAN countries, China, India, and South Asia.

To strengthen Nepal’s global tourism image, NTB plans to promote:

  • Diaspora tourism

  • Film and OTT partnerships

  • Digital campaigns and influencer marketing

  • Creation of promotional videos and content

PR agencies will be hired in target markets like Europe, China, and India.

Local Initiatives

In Pokhara, programs like the Pokhara Street Festival, Pokhara Travel Mart, and development of trekking trails will continue to receive support.

New regional offices will open in Lumbini and Sudurpaschim, and a new international office will be set up in India.

NTB will also host special events such as:

  • Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM)

  • Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM)

  • Adventure Travel Mart

  • Safari Tourism Mart

NTB officials say the budget aims to make Nepal more competitive in the global tourism market, diversify its tourism products, and promote sustainable and inclusive tourism across the country.

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