Businesses in Thamel and Durbarmarg to remain open round the clock basis starting from April 13

KATHMANDU, April 11: Kathmandu's main tourist area, Thamel, will remain operational 24 hours starting from April 13. 

According to Thamel Tourism Development Council, preparation has been made for the announcement of full-time (24 hours) business operations in Thamel and Durbamarga areas from the Nepali New Year i.e. April 13. 

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Council Chairperson Bhabiswor Sharma said all necessary preparation has been made to keep Thamel and Durbarmarga areas open round the clock. The District Administration Office, Kathmandu, will take the responsibility for maintaining security and other management in the area. 

Assistant Chief District Officer of Kathmandu, Hari Prasad Sharma said security related preparation has been made to enforce the announcement allowing night-time business operations in Thamel and Durbarmarga areas. Sharma further said safety and security protocols for 24-hour business operations have been made on the basis of recommendations of all stakeholders. 

All the market outlets related to tourism, including club, dance, folk songs and disco will remain open. Council Chair Sharma shared that night-time business will be operational in all areas of Thamel apart from Bhagawanbahal in consultation and coordination with all stakeholders. The businesses that fail to meet the criteria according to the code of conduct will be closed from April 14.