2nd National Horticulture Expo-2025 begins today

KATHMANDU: The Second National Horticulture Expo-2081 is set to begin at Bhrikutimandap today (Thursday) and will run until April 13.

Rabin Kumar Gautam, Expo Coordinator and Senior Vice President of the Association, said this year’s expo will feature an extensive and integrated showcase of commercial nursery products—including flowers, fruits, agricultural plants, forestry, and herbs.

More than 700 species of plants cultivated by flower, fruit, agroforestry, and herbal nurseries from across the country will be displayed and available for sale.

The expo will also feature stalls offering fertilizers, organic and chemical pesticides, seeds, flower pots, gardening tools, and horticultural technology.

Association President Ramji Prasad Timilsina said the participation of nurseries from outside the Kathmandu Valley will make it easier for visitors to explore products from across the country.

Timilsina added that the event is expected to attract at least 51,000 visitors and generate financial transactions worth over Rs 12.5 million.