A night in Nepal

The year 2011 is the Nepal Tourism Year and theyre all set to make sure that its a success all the way.

Naturally Nepal,Once is not Enough,is being launched to reposition its image as a tourist destination

The year 2011 is the Nepal Tourism Year and theyre all set to make sure that its a success all the way. So,preparations are on full swing to give tourists a holiday thats luxurious,yet not unaffordable. From working out short-duration packages,increasing airline connectivity,reducing prices to be passed on to travellers,designing holidays according to specific needs,giving people a taste of Nepals culture,by involving the local community,promoting village tourism…they want you to come back again and again. Nepal is safe,fun and were looking forward to extend our hospitality to tourists. The flight from Delhi takes just over an hour,there is no VISA and we have so many options to make it a memorable holiday, Aditya Baral of the Nepal Tourism Board talks about the 100 per cent party,energizing,romantic,adventure,spiritual and family weekends they have planned. Nepal,adds Aditya,has four UNESCO approved world heritage sites,diversity of sightseeing attractions,from the tallest mountain peak in the world to the thickest jungle in South Asia,the Kathmandu Valley which represents a mosaic of Nepals rich cultural past…We are the pioneers in eco-system tourism and have involved villages and encourage home stays,which give tourists a real feel of the food,culture,tradition of Nepal and the initiative gives local people a chance to be a part of promotion of tourism and earn money too, Sooraj Dhawan,a representative in India pitches in. The airline fares,hotel accommodation and food is competitively priced and from National Parks to museums,shopping to adventure sports,breathtaking landscapes to casinos,tourists will be spoilt for choice, smiles Aditya.

Parul

Parul is a Principal Correspondent at The Indian Express in Chandigarh. She is a seasoned journalist with over 25 years of experience specializing in public health, higher education, and the architectural heritage of Northern India. Professional Profile Education: Graduate in Humanities with a specialized focus on Journalism and Mass Communication from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Career Path: She began her career covering local city beats and human interest stories before joining The Indian Express in 2009. Over the last decade and a half, she has risen to the rank of Principal Correspondent, becoming the publication’s primary voice on Chandigarh’s premier medical and academic institutions. Expertise: Her reporting is deeply rooted in the institutional dynamics of PGIMER (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research) and Panjab University. She is highly regarded for her ability to navigate complex administrative bureaucracies to deliver student-centric and patient-centric news. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2024 - 2025) Her recent work highlights critical reporting on healthcare infrastructure, academic governance, and urban culture: 1. Public Health & PGIMER "PGIMER expands digital registry: Centralized patient records to reduce wait times by 40%" (Nov 20, 2025): A detailed look at the digital transformation of one of India's busiest medical institutes to tackle patient influx. "Robotic Surgery at PGI: Why the new urology wing is a game-changer for North India" (Oct 12, 2025): Reporting on the acquisition of state-of-the-art medical technology and its impact on affordable healthcare. "Shortage of life-saving drugs: Inside the supply chain crisis at government pharmacies" (Dec 5, 2025): An investigative piece on the logistical hurdles affecting chronic patients in the tri-city area. 2. Education & Institutional Governance "Panjab University Senate Election: The battle for institutional autonomy" (Dec 18, 2025): In-depth coverage of the high-stakes internal elections and the friction between traditional governance and central reforms. "Research funding dip: How PU’s science departments are navigating the 2025 budget cuts" (Nov 5, 2025): An analysis of the fiscal challenges facing researchers and the impact on India's global academic ranking. 3. Art, Culture & Heritage "Le Corbusier’s legacy in peril: The struggle to preserve Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex" (Dec 22, 2025): A feature on the conservation efforts and the tension between urban modernization and UNESCO heritage status. "Chandigarh Art District: How street murals are reclaiming the city’s grey walls" (Oct 30, 2025): A cultural profile of the local artists transforming the aesthetic of the "City Beautiful." Signature Style Parul is known for her empathetic lens, often centering her stories on the individuals affected by policy—whether it is a student navigating university red tape or a patient seeking care. She possesses a unique ability to translate dense administrative notifications into actionable information for the public. Her long-standing beat experience makes her a trusted source for "inside-track" developments within Chandigarh’s most guarded institutions. X (Twitter): @parul_express ... Read More

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A night in Nepal

The year 2011 is the Nepal Tourism Year and theyre all set to make sure that its a success all the way.

The year 2011 is the Nepal Tourism Year and theyre all set to make sure that its a success all the way.