Garima Bikas Bank Wins The Best Bank & AI/ML Awards 2025
1st September 2025, Kathmandu
Garima Bikas Bank has achieved a significant milestone by being honored at the 3rd ‘Emerging Asia Banking Conclave and Awards,’ a highly respected event organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce.
Garima Bikas Bank Awards 2025
The ceremony, held on August 29, 2025, in New Delhi, India, recognizes excellence in the banking and financial services sector across South Asia.
The bank’s success is highlighted by its impressive performance across multiple key categories, earning both top-tier and runner-up honors.
Key Achievements at the 2025 Awards
The Best Bank (Winner): This top prize recognizes Garima Bikas Bank’s overall excellence and strong performance, positioning it as a leader among its regional peers.
Best AI/ML Implementation (Winner): This award highlights the bank’s commitment to innovation and technology, specifically in leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to enhance its operations and customer services.
Best MSME Acceleration (Runner-up): The bank’s dedication to supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) was also acknowledged, demonstrating its vital role in fostering economic growth in the region.
This latest recognition follows a successful track record, including a runner-up award in the ‘Best Assets Management’ category at the 2024 ceremony. These consecutive wins showcase the bank’s consistent focus on strategic growth, innovation, and unwavering customer service.
About Garima Bikas Bank
Garima Bikas Bank, a National Level Development Bank, began its commercial operations on November 4, 2007, from its initial headquarters in Waling, Syangja. Starting with a modest paid-up capital of NPR 26.5 million, the bank initially operated in three districts: Syangja, Palpa, and Kaski. It later expanded its reach to ten districts by April 2, 2012.
Committed to the motto “Access to All,” the bank grew strategically to become a National Level Development Bank. This expansion was achieved through mergers with Nilgiri Bikas Bank Limited in 2015 and Subekshya Bikas Bank Limited in 2016, which helped strengthen its capital base and expand its branch network. A recent acquisition of Sahara Bikas Bank Limited on November 14, 2021, further enhanced its presence, particularly in Province 2.
Today, Garima Bikas Bank operates from its head office in Lazimpat, Kathmandu. It serves a wide customer base through its extensive network of 125 branches, 1 extension counter, and 51 ATMs, ensuring accessible and reliable banking services across the nation.
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