Nabil Bank’s Chairman Oath: Nirvan Kumar Chaudhary Sworn In by NRB Governor

14th January 2026, Kathmandu

In a significant move for the Nepalese financial sector, the newly appointed Chairman of Nabil Bank, Nirvan Kumar Chaudhary, has officially assumed his role.

Nabil Bank’s Chairman Oath

The ceremony featured Nabil Bank’s Chairman Nirvan Kumar Chaudhary taking the oath from Governor Prof. Dr. Biswo Poudel at the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) headquarters.

Official Swearing-In Ceremony

The event marks a leadership transition for one of the largest private-sector banks in Nepal. Following his unanimous election by the Board of Directors on January 12, 2026 (Poush 28, 2082), the formal process concluded today with the Chairman pledging his commitment to the bank’s integrity and the nation’s financial regulations.

Key Highlights of the Event

The Oath: The ceremony focused on Nabil Bank’s Chairman, Nirvan Kumar Chaudhary, taking the oath from Governor Poudel in the presence of Deputy Governors and senior NRB officials.

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Leadership Vision: As the Managing Director of Chaudhary Group and Senior Vice President of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), Mr. Chaudhary brings extensive corporate experience to the chairmanship.

Institutional Presence: High-level executives from both Nepal Rastra Bank and Nabil Bank, including CEO Manoj Kumar Gyawali and former CEO Anil Keshary Shah, witnessed the proceedings.

Impact on Nabil Bank’s Future

With Nirvan Kumar Chaudhary now formally at the helm, Nabil Bank is expected to accelerate its “nBank” digital transformation and expand its sustainable banking initiatives.

The bank currently serves over 2.5 million Nepalese customers through its network of 268 branches.

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