Global IME Bank Launches 'Global IME Udyamshala' Program to Foster Entrepreneurship

Kathmandu. Global IME Bank Limited has announced the operation of the 'Global IME Udyamshala' program with the objective of developing entrepreneurship and promoting small and medium enterprises in the country.

On the occasion of World Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Day 2026, the bank announced this through a program and has called for applications from entrepreneurs and individuals with innovative ideas from across the country for the incubation program.

The main objective of this Udyamshala program is to inspire individuals with innovative ideas to become successful entrepreneurs, as well as to provide the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge, skills, and consultation to make existing micro, small, and medium enterprises sustainable and reputable. At a program organized at the bank's head office in Kamaladi, Kathmandu, the bank's Chief Executive Officer, Surendra Raj Regmi, officially announced the Udyamshala program and informed that applications have been opened.

Speaking at the program, Chief Executive Officer Regmi said, 'The bank has created this platform to address the common challenges faced by micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs. Participants will be provided with practical knowledge and problem-solving methods through subject matter experts, experienced entrepreneurs, and trainers from the relevant fields.'

Under the Udyamshala program, the bank will primarily provide support in two formats: incubation and acceleration. The incubation program will be targeted at young people with new and innovative business ideas but who are uncertain about how to start their entrepreneurial journey. Under this, their capacity building, business network expansion, and guidance will be provided.

Similarly, under the acceleration program, entrepreneurs who are currently in operation but are facing difficulties in business expansion or upgrading will be included. Under this, capacity development, use of modern technology, marketing, and facilitation of access to stakeholders will be provided.

Through this program, the bank believes that participants will gain in-depth practical knowledge on important topics such as business registration, tax and legal procedures, market study, production process, financial management, and access to banks and financial institutions. The inauguration ceremony was attended by the bank's Deputy Chief Executive Officer, high-ranking managers, representatives of partner organizations, and media personnel.