KATHMANDU, Nepal, 21 October 2026: The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter’s Executive Committee has confirmed the nomination and endorsement of its Advisory Committee members for the 2026-2028 term.
Comprising leaders and professionals from Nepal’s tourism and hospitality sector, the Advisory Committee provides guidance and insights into the association’s strategic initiatives.
PATA Nepal Chapter Advisory Committee 2026-2028:
- Dipendra Purush Dhakal, Former Secretary, Ministry of Tourism;
- Prativa Pandey, Medical Director, CIWEC Hospital;
- Bijay Amatya, CEO, Kora Tours;
- Ashok Pokharel, Director & COO, Shangri-La Tours;
- Deepak Raj Joshi, Former CEO, Nepal Tourism Board;
- Bibhuti Chand Thakur, Managing Director & Founder, Himalayan Holidays;
- Bikram Pandey, Founder, BuddhistCircuits.com;
- Shiva Dhakal, Managing Director, Royal Mountain Travel.
PATA Nepal Chapter Chairman Narendra Bhatta and the Executive Committee thanked each member for accepting their appointment to the Advisory Committee.
“We look forward to their valued guidance as we work together to continue advancing responsible and sustainable tourism in Nepal,” the Executive Committee stated.
(Source: PATA Nepal Chapter)
