Government Approves IPO of NRN Nepal Development Fund; Rs. 10 Arba Investment Projects to Move Ahead
Summary
The NRN Nepal Development Fund has received approval to issue its IPO, clearing the way for its Rs. 10 Arba investment plan to move ahead. The fund will offer 85% of its shares to Nepalis living abroad as it seeks to mobilize diaspora capital for projects in Nepal.
Key Points
- SEBON has completed the legal and procedural approvals for the NRN Nepal Development Fund’s IPO.
- The fund will now proceed with a revised share distribution plan, offering 85% of shares through the IPO to Nepalis living abroad.
- The proposed Rs. 10 Arba investment initiative is aimed at channeling diaspora capital into Nepal’s economic development and infrastructure.
- Former NRNA President Kumar Pant called the approval a historic milestone after seven years of efforts.