Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle Inaugurates Nepal Bank’s New Modern Building in Hetauda

23rd June 2026, Kathmandu

Nepal Bank Limited has officially inaugurated its newly constructed, state-of-the-art building premises in the industrial city of Hetauda, located within Bagmati Province.

Finance Minister Inaugurates NBL’s

The official inauguration ceremony was organized by the regional branch management division to mark the formal opening of the modern facility. The ribbon cutting event took place on Ashadh 7, 2083, inside the commercial zone of Hetauda Ward Number 4. Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle served as the chief guest for the day, formally unveiling the building plaque before a large gathering of provincial business leaders, central banking executives, and local administrative authorities.

Finance Minister Highlights Institutional Banking History and State Sector Contributions

The inauguration forum provided an important platform for state policymakers to assess the historical impact of the institution on the broader domestic marketplace.

During his keynote speech, Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle highlighted several core themes regarding the financial evolution of the country:

• Expressed deep institutional satisfaction that the first commercial bank of Nepal continues to transition from rented operational hubs into its own custom built physical assets
• Commended the long standing contribution of the bank in establishing formal credit markets and supporting small business development across multiple generations
• Emphasized the urgent need for older public banking units to continually upgrade their technical systems to compete effectively with agile private sector firms
• Encouraged local branch managers to focus lending operations on productive regional sectors like agriculture, local tourism, and small industrial plants

Driving Technological Upgrades, Electronic Transactions, and Improved Consumer Support

The transition to the new facility is closely tied to an internal corporate strategy to accelerate digital transaction adoption across the country.

During the opening event, Chief Executive Officer Tilak Raj Pandey detailed the technological roadmap of the bank, emphasizing the following institutional priorities:

• Deploying advanced digital banking solutions to lower regular branch wait times for individual depositors
• Improving overall customer experiences by training staff in modern consumer relationship management techniques
• Embedding modern banking systems to protect retail accounts from external cyber risks and data breaches
• Offering highly accessible financial services tailored to the needs of provincial business communities

Distinctive Architectural Features and Inclusive Physical Infrastructure Design

The newly built corporate asset in Hetauda was engineered from the ground up to reflect modern inclusive design parameters.

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Unlike older banking blocks that often feature steep steps and narrow corridors, this new building features disabled-friendly access systems. The branch layout includes smooth entrance ramps, specialized service counters for persons with physical challenges, and clear navigational signs. Regional officials expressed high confidence that these structural enhancements will make the bank the preferred financial house for the residents of Makwanpur district and surrounding municipal areas by providing an easy and welcoming environment for every visitor.

Review of High Profile Guests and Regional Administrative Dignitaries

The opening event drew wide interest from various levels of government, highlighting the building’s importance to the regional capital market.

The formal gathering featured several key state figures, corporate leaders, and banking delegates, including:

• Basanta Raj Adhikari
• Mina Kumari Lama
• Pramod Singh Ranabhat
• Dipendra Raj Kafle

A diverse group of representatives from the Bagmati Province assembly, local municipal bodies, and merchant associations also attended the event to discuss joint economic opportunities.

Steady Footprint Expansion and Growing Nationwide Financial Metrics

This real estate investment in Makwanpur highlights the firm stable financial position and its continuous efforts to expand services nationwide.

The current nationwide operating infrastructure of Nepal Bank Limited includes the following network metrics:

• Active Operating Branch Offices: 231 branches spread across all seven provinces
• Automated Teller Machine Terminals: 246 units positioned in major commercial zones
• Local Extension Counters: 61 counters providing essential services to remote communities
• Total Corporate Consumer Base: Serving nearly 2.7 million active customers across the nation

By combining its historic prestige with modern physical workspaces and digital apps, Nepal Bank Limited continues to secure its position as a top tier player in the financial landscape. The successful completion of the Hetauda building marks a major step forward in its corporate modernization plan, ensuring the public bank is well equipped to support the expanding digital economy of Nepal.

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