Lucknow, Sep 10 (Reporter) The border crossing link between India and Nepal at Gauriphanta and Dhangadhi has been reopened, marking the end of a two-year closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic, an Uttar Pradesh minister said on Tuesday. Jaiveer Singh, Minister for Tourism and Culture, said, “We are thrilled to welcome tourists back through the Gauriphanta-Dhangadhi border. This reopening marks a new chapter in Indo-Nepal relations, unlocking unparalleled opportunities for travellers to experience the best of both worlds." The reopening of the Gauriphanta border on the Indian side and Dhangadhi border on the Nepal side is particularly exciting for nature lovers and adventurers, as it provides direct access to some of the region's most stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife, he said. Dudhwa National Park, situated in Lakhimpur district, is a major hotspot for sighting Royal Bengal Tigers in the state and gets an encouraging number of wildlife enthusiasts every year. The national park is close to Dhangadhi in Nepal, he said. The reopening of the Gauriphanta-Dhangadhi International Border will provide an opportunity to Nepalese visitors to explore Uttar Pradesh’s diverse wildlife reserves and the famous Buddhist Circuit, including sacred sites such as Sarnath and Kushinagar, he said...////...