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'Nepal is not closed…Nepal is calling'. The appeal of Nepal Tourism Board to the tourists of the world to stand by the Harappa Ban destroyed Nepal. 'Your visit helps local people, sustains livelihoods and empowers communities to turn around and move forward,' pleads the tourist board. Nepal Tourism Board's simple message to the world in these difficult times, 'Nepal is not closed. Our message to our friends, travelers worldwide—your trip is more than just a trip during these difficult times. It will be a sign of solidarity.

According to the statement by the board on Tuesday, Nepal has been severely affected by the recent natural disasters. People's lifestyles, homes and businesses have come to a standstill. Livelihoods have also been affected. Deepest sympathy and solidarity with everyone affected by the disaster and with those who are working tirelessly to help local communities and help Nepal turn around. Although some areas have been affected, life, work, travel and welcoming processes in most parts of Nepal are normal.

According to the board, a special 'quick response team' is working under the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation. Also, a 'Tourist Information Centre' has been opened at the Nepal Tourism Board in coordination with the Department of Tourism, Tourist Police and non-governmental organizations to provide timely information, support and services. So now is the time to stand by Nepal. Now is the time to travel to Nepal. Nepal is making that call.

The death toll in Nepal has already crossed a thousand. About 4,500 people are still missing. No one can predict where the death toll will stop. It is known that new warnings have been issued in the eastern, central and western districts of Nepal. Along with that, people living in nearby areas have been asked to be careful. Among these, Harappa buns may come to Nuwakot and Rasua districts. Also several districts including Taplejung, Sankhuasva, Solukhumbu, Khotang, Okhaldhunga, Ramechap are at moderate risk of water level rise and flash floods. In West Nepal, warnings are in place in Gorkha, Lamjung, Dolpa, Rukum East, Rukum West etc. All in all, the fear is increasing.