12th September 2025, Kathmandu
Muktinath Bikas Bank Limited has issued an official notice to its customers regarding the limited operations of its branches on Friday, September 12, 2025 (Bhadra 27, 2082).
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In consideration of customer convenience and the prevailing national circumstances, the bank has designated a number of branches across various regions of Nepal to be open for a limited period. The operating hours will vary by branch, but will generally fall between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, allowing customers to access essential banking services safely and efficiently.
Regional Breakdown of Branch Operations
Muktinath Bikas Bank has taken a strategic approach by opening branches in key locations across the country, ensuring that its services remain accessible to a wide customer base. The list of open branches and their respective operating hours by region is as follows:
Kathmandu:
- Maharajgunj and Dhunga Adda branches will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
- New Baneshwar and Thimi branches will be open from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
- Kumaripati and Rampur branches will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Okhaldhunga & Manthali:
- Both Okhaldhunga and Manthali branches will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Itahari & Eastern Region:
- The branches in Itahari, Birtamod, Dharan, Kanchanbari, Ilam, and Dhankuta will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Janakpur & Dhading:
- The branches in Janakpur and Dhading will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Narayangadh & Surrounding Areas:
- The branches in Narayangadh, Hakimchok, Katari, Gaighat, Pidari Chok, and Kamalamai will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Damouli Region:
- The branches in Dulegauda and Aabukhaireni will be open from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Pokhara:
- The branches in Budhibazar, Amarsingh Chowk, Nagdhunga, Chorepatan, Chiple Dhunga, and Nadipur will be open from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Syangja & Butwal:
- The branches in Syangja and Waling will be open from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
- The Butwal branch will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Banking Hubs in Western Nepal:
- The branches in Kohalpur, Nepalgunj, Dhangadhi, Birendranagar, Ghorahi, and Shreenagar will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Essential Services and Digital Alternatives
During the limited operational hours, customers can access core banking services, including cash deposits and withdrawals, cheque deposits and payments, and other essential account services for urgent transactions. The bank has emphasized the importance of using its digital platforms whenever possible to reduce crowding at physical branches and to maintain customer safety. The bank’s mobile banking (Muktinath Smart) and internet banking services, along with its extensive ATM network, remain fully operational, providing a secure and convenient alternative for routine financial transactions.
The bank’s notice aligns with its mission that “the bank should reach the people, not the people come to the bank.” By maintaining selective branch operations and providing uninterrupted digital banking services, Muktinath Bikas Bank ensures that essential financial transactions remain accessible, safe, and convenient, even during a period of national uncertainty. The bank’s commitment to customer convenience and safety is a crucial element of its operational strategy.
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