NTV World: Nepal’s Authentic Voice to the Global Audience

Dr. Tanka Upreti

Director, NTV World

In an era of overwhelming digital noise and unverified content, the need for credible and contextual information has become vital. For Nepal, a nation of immense cultural richness, natural beauty, and resilient people, global perceptions are often influenced by partial narratives or misinformation. NTV World, operated by Public Service Broadcasting (PSB) Nepal stands as Nepal’s trusted international broadcaster, committed to delivering accurate, balanced, and authentic perspectives to the world.

A Platform Built to Counter Misinformation

NTV World’s mission is rooted in ensuring that global audiences engage with Nepal’s story as it truly is. Whether reporting on democratic developments, economic progress, cultural heritage, or contemporary challenges, the channel prioritizes fact-based journalism and context-rich analysis.

In an information landscape where inaccuracies can spread rapidly, NTV World upholds editorial integrity, on-the-ground reporting, and the inclusion of local voices to ensure that news about Nepal is reliable and reflective of lived realities.

Guided by Nepal’s Constitutional Values

The strength of NTV World’s journalism derives from the principles guaranteed in the Constitution of Nepal (2015), which establishes a powerful framework for press freedom and democratic representation.

1. Full Press Freedom

The constitution guarantees freedom of opinion and expression and freedom of the press and publication, enabling journalists to work independently. NTV World embraces these rights, ensuring transparency, investigation, and impartial reporting.

2. Inclusive Democracy

Nepal’s commitment to an inclusive and participatory democracy ensures that every community, across geography, ethnicity, gender, and culture has a voice. NTV World reflects this inclusive spirit by prioritizing diverse perspectives in all its programming.

3. Pluralism

Pluralism lies at the heart of Nepal’s democratic and social fabric. NTV World actively supports this constitutional value by encouraging dialogue, representation, and cultural expression across all segments of Nepali society.

National Priorities of PSBN

As a national public service broadcaster, PSB Nepal holds responsibilities that extend beyond news delivery. Its mandate is tied directly to Nepal’s national vision and constitutional principles.

1. National Unity

NTV World promotes stories that strengthen social cohesion and highlight the shared identity of Nepal’s diverse communities. Through balanced reporting and inclusive representation, the channel reinforces unity as a foundation for national progress.

2. Prosperity and Development

Aligned with Nepal’s long-term development goals, PSBN prioritizes content that showcases economic transformation, infrastructure growth, innovation, tourism, and human potential. NTV World brings global audiences closer to Nepal’s aspirations for a prosperous future.

3. Disaster Coverage and Public Safety

Nepal’s vulnerability to earthquakes, floods, landslides, and climate-related challenges makes disaster coverage a vital public duty. NTV World provides accurate, timely, and life-saving information during emergencies while also reporting on preparedness, resilience, and recovery efforts. This commitment reflects PSB Nepal’s responsibility to safeguard lives and ensure public awareness.

Connecting Nepal to the World

NTV World caters to a global audience by showcasing Nepal’s most distinctive natural, cultural, and spiritual treasures through a vibrant mix of broadcasting and digital media platforms.

From the towering peaks of Mount Everest (Sagarmatha), Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Annapurna, all standing proudly above 8,000 meters, to the living cultural marvels of Kathmandu Valley’s Durbar Squares, Pashupatinath, Swayambhu, Bouddhanath, Changunarayan, Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Gautama Buddha, and Chitwan and Sagarmatha National Parks, NTV World brings Nepal’s essence to global screens with authenticity and depth.

Through immersive documentaries, cultural features, and interactive digital storytelling, the channel connects international viewers with Nepal’s diverse landscapes and traditions, celebrating its harmony between nature, spirituality, and human creativity.

NTV World is a bridge not only for the global Nepali diaspora but also for international viewers seeking a deeper understanding of Nepal. Through documentaries, debates, cultural showcases, and special reports, the channel presents Nepal beyond stereotypes, portraying its democratic dynamism, cultural richness, and economic potential.

(Dr. Upretri is the Director of NTV World, English Channel of PSB Nepal)