Board of Directors

Mr. Mukunda Mahat, a Chartered Accountant, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to his role as Director at Machhapuchchhre Bank Limited. With a career spanning over 30 years at Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), Mr. Mahat held key leadership positions in several departments, including Chief of the Financial Information Unit (FIU), Director of the Bank Supervision Department and Human Resource Management Department of Nepal Rastra Bank.

In addition to his remarkable tenure at NRB, Mr. Mahat has also served as an Independent Director at Machhapuchchhre Bank Limited from May 29, 2020 to May 28, 2024. During his tenure, he made a significant impact on the bank's strategic direction and corporate governance.

His expertise in financial management, risk regulation, and institutional governance continues to serve as an invaluable asset in shaping Machhapuchchhre Bank 's future trajectory.

Mr. Bishow Prakash Gautam is an experienced professional actively engaged in Nepal’s financial, Hydropower, and Construction sectors. He holds a graduate degree in Business Administration and contributes practical knowledge in business management and governance to the board.

He served as a Director of Machhapuchchhre Bank Limited for two consecutive terms—from 22nd Poush 2073 to 2nd Poush 2077, and again from 2nd Poush 2077 to 28th Poush 2081. During his tenure, he contributed to strengthening governance practices, ensuring regulatory alignment, and supporting strategic initiatives of the bank.

Beyond banking, Mr. Gautam remains actively involved with various companies across Nepal’s Hydropower and Construction sectors. His involvement in these sectors reflects his wide-ranging professional experience.

He continues to support the bank’s strategic goals with his understanding of financial management, risk oversight, and institutional policy.

Mr. Sunil Narayan Shrestha holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas, USA. He has over 15 years of banking experience. After successful leading as CEO of Nepal Express Finance Limited for over a decade, Mr. Shrestha has also served as the Director of Kailash Bikash Bank Limited. Further, he is also the Managing Director of Narayan Industrial & Trading House, a distinguished business conglomerate with investments across a diverse range of sectors, including banking, insurance, hydropower, petroleum, trading, and hospitality. Under his astute leadership, the company has achieved remarkable growth and success, driven by his strategic vision and operational acumen.

In addition to his executive role at Narayan Industrial & Trading House, he serves as an Executive Committee Member of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FNCCI) and is a General Assembly Member of the SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI). His extensive experience across various sectors underscores his expertise in business management, corporate governance, and strategic development.

Ms. Manisha Bhandari holds dual Master's degrees i.e. in Business Administration and MA in Rural Development. She is a dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in business strategy, human resource management, and project execution. Currently, she serves as an HR Specialist at Himshree Foods Pvt. Ltd. She has played a key role in enhancing operational efficiency, driving organizational growth, and fostering talent development.
Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Ms. Bhandari is actively involved in social initiatives focused on empowering underrepresented communities and promoting inclusive development. Her dedication to both professional excellence and social impact reflects her commitment to creating sustainable and meaningful change.

Mr. Arjun Kumar Gautam is a seasoned finance and governance professional with over 35 years of distinguished experience across the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), banking, and energy sectors. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) and holds both an MBA and an MPA, with specializations in policy analysis and governance.
Representing EPF, he served as a Board Director of Nepal SBI Bank Limited (2019–2021), where he contributed to strategic governance oversight and actively participated in key committees, including Risk Management and Audit. He was subsequently appointed Chief Executive Officer of Hydroelectricity Investment and Development Company Limited (2021–2025), providing strategic leadership in hydropower development and infrastructure financing.
During his tenure at HIDCL, he represented the institution at the board level of multiple energy companies under its equity investment portfolio, contributing to strategic oversight, governance strengthening, and institutional value creation. He also actively engaged in regional and international policy discourse through analytical publications and participation in high-level seminars focused on energy financing, risk management, project governance, energy transition, and financing structures for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Mr. Gautam brings deep expertise in financial management, public policy, corporate governance, social security administration, and energy infrastructure finance. He combines strong institutional leadership with strategic vision and policy insight, positioning him as a respected leader in Nepal’s financial and energy sectors.