Himalayan River Operator has always been and will continue to be one of the frontrunners, when it comes to river rafting in Nepal. Systematic planning and innovative initiatives are a hallmark of its water operations over the years. Enhancing, developing and up gradation of skills along with directional motivations have immensely aided the rafting activity and boosted the dexterity amongst rafting lovers from all walks of life. In conjugation to its years of active involvement in river rafting activity off late it added one more feather to its illustrious reputation by being a part of recently concluded Skill Development Training Program conducted by Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) at Netra Taal Dhading.

At TAAN’S initiation a 10 day Skill Development Training Program from 20^th -29^th January got underway at one of the impressive river waters of Netra Taal, involving categories that included boating, first-aid, rafting, rescue operations, environmental awareness and fresh water fishing. The entire program was targeted and centered around development and training of staff members associated with the umbrella organization for trekking. The entire program was a great success as the members actively participated and were involved and excited in learning advanced as well as other upgraded techniques related to water circuit. Himalayan River Operator team not only showcased their skills and abilities but extended and provided excellent in puts and expertise on to the members which was quite remarkable and precise.

At the conclusion of this program, the member participants were awarded with certificates by Minister of Cultural Tourism and Civil Aviation Mr. Ram Kumar Shrestha, present on the occasion were secretary for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Mr. Sushil Ghimire and president of TAAN Mr. Ramesh Dhamala. This exciting event had all the elements of an adrenaline pumping water voyage from placid waters to roaring and cascading thrills stretching and testing the participant’s physical limits by posing hindrances on every twirl. However despite all the odds the program provided a deep insight into water related obstacles and apt skills necessary to combat seen and unforeseen dangers while taking to the waters.