Nepal targets 137 artifacts repatriation, progress report highlights achievements in tourism and heritage conservation

KATHMANDU, Dec 25: The government is actively pursuing diplomatic initiatives to repatriate 137 stolen idols currently abroad to Nepal. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation has revealed ongoing diplomatic efforts with countries such as the US, France, China, India, Australia, and the UK to facilitate the return of these cultural artifacts.

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Media’s role important in heritage conservation: Minister Rai

DHARAN: Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Ashok Kumar Rai, viewed media persons have a significant role in the conservation of local heritages. Addressing a program in Dharan, Minister Rai urged journalists to write on heritages warranting attention for conservation and visibility. The workshop was organized by the mass communication committee of Nepal National Commission […]

We don’t entrust heritage conservation to contractors: Madhyapur Mayor

Madhyapur Thimi is a culturally rich municipality situated in the centre of the valley districts -- Lalitpur, Kathmandu and Bhaktapur. However, it has often been overlooked and overshadowed by its more popular neighbours. But now, Mayor Madan Sundar Shrestha wants to change that. Aashish Mishra of The Rising Nepal talked to him about his efforts to preserve and promote the heritage of Madhyapur Thimi in Bhaktapur district and develop the municipality as a tourist destination. Excerpts: