Pratap Subedi Assumes Office as New NEPSE CEO

Pratap Subedi has officially taken charge as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Friday. He was appointed to the position through a Cabinet decision made on Kartik 17. Following his appointment, Subedi took the oath of office and secrecy before the NEPSE Board of Directors and formally assumed his responsibilities. Speaking at an introductory interaction with NEPSE employees, Subedi said his primary focus would be on developing and expanding Nepal's capital market in line with the country's needs. He also emphasized cooperation with the government, Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), investors, brokers and other stakeholders. He highlighted institutional governance, technological infrastructure upgrades, effective human resource management and compliance with existing laws and regulations as his key priorities. Who Is Pratap Subedi? Originally from Kushma, Parbat, Subedi holds a master's degree in Commerce from Tribhuvan University and has around 30 years of experience in the financial sector. He previously served in various capacities at Nepal Rastra Bank, Employees Provident Fund and Agricultural Development Bank. He has also served as a director at Neco Insurance, Deprosc Laghubitta and Sana Kisan Bikas Bank, as well as chairman of the board of directors at Fund Management Company Limited.