KATHMANDU, July 25 -- Efforts are being made to connect Pokhara with foreign cities through direct air services. Tourism entrepreneurs have started discussions to start direct flights not only to Indian cities but also to Dhaka-- the capital city of Bangladesh-- from Pokhara.

Discussions have been held between the representatives of Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA), Gandaki chapter, Biman Bangladesh and Pokhara-based tourism entrepreneurs. At present, there are direct flights from Pokhara to various cities in Nepal. Tourism entrepreneurs have been pointing out the need to connect Pokhara not only with local cities but also with foreign cities.

"A regional international airport is being built in Pokhara. That is why we...