Khalti, Garima Bikash Bank sign strategic agreement for digital  transformation

KATHMANDU: Khalti, a leading online payment service provider in Nepal, and Garima Bikas Bank have entered into a strategic partnership for digital transformation, marking a new era of convenience for the bank's customers. 

This collaboration allows customers of Garima Bikas Bank to seamlessly benefit from the services of Khalti's digital wallet.

As part of this partnership, customers of Garima Bikas Bank can effortlessly load their Khalti wallets directly from their mobile banking app, Garima Digital Batuwa. Consequently, customers will have access to a plethora of features offered by Khalti wallet, ranging from movie bookings and event tickets to voting and other bill payment features, all at their fingertips. 

The partnership also facilitates a withdrawal service, enabling customers to transfer their balance from Khalti to their Garima Bikas Bank account in a hassle-free manner.

Binay Khadka, CEO of Khalti, stated, "With the aim and determination to create a Digital Nepal, Khalti is moving forward, collaborating with over 50 banks to offer easier and hassle-free digital payment accessibility. In a move set to revolutionise digital banking in Nepal, Khalti and Garima Bikas Bank have come together in a strategic partnership. This collaboration brings a world of convenience to Garima Bikas Bank customers, allowing them to access a range of services through the Khalti Wallet effortlessly."

Khalti, an ISO 27001:2013 certified company (Information Security Management System), has completed seven years in operation. Khalti was recognised with the prestigious WITSA Global Innovation & Tech Excellence Awards 2022, along with the Highest Digital Transactions Processing Payment Service Provider 2023. 

Khalti has grown to a family of four million users and works closely with over 100,000 agents, more than 60,000 merchants, over 50 banks and financial institutions, over 1,500 co-operatives, and more than 300 employees throughout the country. 

Khalti remains dedicated to its vision and mission of providing financial inclusion to every individual, offering digital financial services such as bill payments, mobile and TV recharges, flight, movie and event ticket bookings, insurance premiums, e-commerce, government revenues, and waste management bills, among others.

Garima Bikas Bank, with its 123 branches and 51 ATMs across the country, continues to provide quality banking services. Established in 2064, this bank aims to deliver high-quality services to its customers with its trained team and secure banking system.