Chitwan, June 18 -- Even during the peak heat of the Nepali month of Jestha (mid-May to mid-June), the number of Indian tourists visiting Chitwan National Park has increased, tourism operators said.

While the overall number of domestic and international visitors usually declines compared to mid-April to mid-May, Indian arrivals have risen, bringing renewed activity to Sauraha.

Hotel entrepreneurs and jeep safari operators in Sauraha said visitors from India's Uttar Pradesh and Bihar states are arriving in greater numbers. "It is extremely hot in those states. Many Indian tourists travel to Nepal with plans to visit Muktinath, Pokhara and Manakamana, and they also stay in Chitwan," said Rishi Tiwari, a hotel and jeep safari operator. He ...