Kathmandu. Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Dirgha Bahadur Rawal has taken oath of office and secrecy today. He administered the oath of office and secrecy to the Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank Prof Dr Bishwanath Poudel amidst a function held at the central bank today.

Rawal was appointed as the deputy governor as per the decision of the Council of Ministers on August 17. He also assumed office today. On the occasion, Governor Poudel congratulated Deputy Governor Rawal and wished him a successful term.

Deputy Governor Rawal joined the bank as an assistant director on January 15, 2006. He was promoted to the post of Deputy Director in 2069 BS, Director in 2075 BS and Executive Director on Jestha 19, 2082 BS. After his promotion, he has been heading the Bank Supervision Department.