Former Minister Prabhu Sah Criticizes Nepal for Failing to Market Natural Beauty, Citing Lack of Vision

Butwal. Prabhu Sah, Chairman of the Aam Janata Party (Aam Janata) and former minister, commented that Nepal has failed to properly market the country's natural beauty, including Lumbini, to the world. He stated that despite Nepal being rich in natural resources, it lags behind due to the lack of a clear vision among those in leadership positions.

Addressing the Lumbini Province-level Election Mobilization Committee meeting of the Aam Janata Party in Butwal on Tuesday, Sah lamented the lack of serious initiatives for the integrated development of Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha, which is listed as a World Heritage Site. He expressed the view that work should be carried out in the coming days in a manner that enhances the glory of Lumbini.

Sah stated that Lumbini's historical significance and peaceful environment attract tourists from all over the world, and therefore, plans and work should be advanced with a target of bringing in at least 5 million tourists annually.

Aam Janata Chairman Sah said, 'Lumbini, which is a top choice for many tourists visiting Nepal from a religious and cultural perspective, must be made even more organized and attractive. Attention must be paid to the broader development of Lumbini through coordination among the government, concerned bodies, and local governments.'

Sah mentioned that the news of corruption in the construction of the international airport named after Gautam Buddha has tarnished Nepal's reputation worldwide, and he called for strict action against the corrupt. He appealed to the local people to consider the state of the country's honor when billions are being embezzled even after opening an airport in the name of Lord Gautam Buddha.

During the event, Sah urged people to distinguish between right and wrong parties when making decisions in the upcoming elections.