(1) The Government of Nepal may, on a yearly basis, fix the maximum number of foreigners who may be permitted to trek in any trekking area within Nepal.
(2) In the event of the number being fixed pursuant to Sub-section (1), the Department shall not issue the trekking permits exceeding that number.
(3) The Government of Nepal may make necessary provisions for the purpose of the management of records of trekkers who trek in areas that do not require the trekking permit.