A Himalayan nation grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding now faces an economic crisis as tourism—once a vital lifeline for over a million people—collapses under the strain. The disaster has left communities dependent on visitor income scrambling for alternative sources of revenue as infrastructure and livelihoods lie in ruins. With travel routes disrupted and attractions damaged, the long-term recovery of local economies hangs in the balance. Experts warn that the impact could extend far beyond immediate relief efforts, reshaping the region’s economic future.
As Himalayan nation recovers from devastating floods, a million people dependent on tourism struggle to make ends meet.
