Kathmandu, October 27: The Department of Immigration has urged tourists not to go trekking in high-altitude and Himalayan regions due to the increased risk of heavy snowfall, snowstorms and avalanches.
Issuing a notice today, the department stated that weather conditions in the Himalayan regions are likely to deteriorate on Kartik 12, 13 and 14 (October 29–31). The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has also warned of a high risk of heavy snowfall, snowstorms and avalanches during this period.
The department has urged tourists to stay in safe places during these days. It has also advised trekkers who have already obtained permits to trek in restricted areas to refrain from trekking to avoid potential risks.
According to the department, no new permits will be issued for trekking in restricted areas during this period.
The department has urged trekking agencies, trekkers, guides and all concerned parties to comply with the notice.
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