Kathmandu, June 10 -- The government's plan to introduce tourism activities inside protected parks of the country for revenue generation has alarmed conservationists who say such interventions could cause massive degradation of biodiversity.

The government has drafted a new working procedure with a view to promoting and regulating tourism inside all the protected areas of the country.

The new working procedure will pave the way for entrepreneurs to enter the conservation areas where they will provide jungle safari, ultra-running, cycling, rock climbing, hiking, boating, canopy walk and paragliding, among other adventure sports and activities to attract tourists.

Conservationists say while revenue generation is essential for covering ex...