Kathmandu. Buddhi has been promoted to the post of Assistant Chief Executive Officer (ACEO) of Global IME Bank. He is currently working as the Deputy General Manager of the bank.

With more than 22 years of experience in the banking sector, Akela started his banking career in 2004 as a deputy manager from Nepal Bank Limited. He has been continuously associated with Global IME Bank since 2006.

During his long banking career, he has held key portfolios such as Integrated Risk Management, Business Expansion, Branch Operations, Credit Administration and Internal Audit. He was currently working as the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) of the bank.

He also serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Global IME Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited, a subsidiary of Akela Bank.

He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Pokhara University.

Akela’s long experience, risk management and overall operational competencies will contribute significantly to make the bank’s service delivery more effective, safe and qualitative in the days ahead.

Global IME Bank, which has been honored in various national and international categories due to its modern technology and excellent customer service, has been awarded the title of ‘Bank of the Year 2014’, ‘Best Internet Bank 2016’, and ‘Best Bank Nepal’ in 2024, 2025 and 2026. The bank has also received prestigious awards like Euromoney Award for Excellence 2022, 2024 and 2025, Best Bank ESG Nepal 2024 and Best Employer.

Global IME Bank is the first private sector commercial bank to expand its network in all 77 districts of the country. The bank currently provides its services through 341 branches, 366 ATMs, 147 branchless banking centers, 69 extension and revenue collection counters and three foreign representative offices.

In addition, the bank has established itself as one of the leading financial institutions in the country for bringing remittances from abroad through legal channels. The bank has been making a significant contribution to the national economy by receiving remittances from various countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, and India.