What is NIIF?
The Nepal Infrastructures Investment Fund (NIIF) is a collaborative investment fun that brings together domestic and international institutional investors to deploy long-term equity and debt capital in Nepal. Anchored by the Global Equity Fund and promoted by Himalayan Life Insurance (HLI) and Himalayan Everest Insurance (HEI), NIIF is designed to support infrastructure assets, growth-oriented businesses, and transformative entrepreneurs that will shape Nepal’s economic future.
Our Vision
To be Nepal’s leading growth capital fund—bridging financial gaps, enabling transformative businesses, and contributing to inclusive development aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our Mission
To catalyze sustainable economic growth in Nepal by providing access to long-term risk capital, empowering entrepreneurs, and fostering innovation across infrastructure and high-potential sectors.
Our Values
Collaboration:
Building strong partnerships with investors, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders.
Innovation:
Driving change through forward-looking strategies and transformative agendas.
Sustainability:
Embedding ESG principles into every investment decision.
Integrity:
Investing with transparency, fairness, and accountability.
Impact:
Aligning financial success with social and environmental outcomes.
The Fund
NIIF is a permanent capital vehicle dedicated to enabling Nepal’s long-term economic growth. We provide equity, quasi-equity, and customized debt solutions to growth-stage companies across diverse sectors.
Our approach focuses on:
- Enabling infrastructure assets and related businesses.
- Backing entrepreneurs with growth capital.
- Driving industry consolidation, innovation, and sustainability.
Professionally managed by seasoned investment team and supported by senior industry leaders, NIIF ensures robust governance, disciplined execution, and long-term value creation for both investors and portfolio companies.
Board of Directors
The Board of NIIF comprises distinguished leaders from finance, insurance, and business. Their combined expertise ensures strong governance, strategic oversight, and alignment with global best practices.
Dr. manish Thapa
Executive Chairman
Mr. Laxman Gnawali
Director
Ms. Avilasha Panth Sharma
Director
Mr. Kiran Poudel
Director
Mr. Hemant Nahata
Director
Mr. Sabin Bikram Panta
Independent Director
Mr. Ujjwal Chand
Company Secretary
Management Team
Our management team brings together seasoned professionals with deep expertise in private equity, venture financing, infrastructure, and emerging markets.
Dr. Manish Thapa
Executive Chairman
Mr. Ujjwal Chand
Chief Investment Officer
Mr. Sanjog Ghimire
Head of Finance and Operations
Ms. Aagya Khatiwada
Fund In-charge
Commitment
to Responsibility
As a responsible investor, NIIF adheres to ESG standards prescribed by IFC, CDC, and DFC and actively contributes to SDGs such as:
SDG 5:
Gender Equality
SDG 6:
Affordable & Clean Energy
SDG 8:
Decent Work & Economic Growth
SDG 9:
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
SDG 11:
Sustainable Cities & Communities
SDG 12:
Responsible Consumption & Production
We are committed not only to delivering strong financial returns but also to building a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable Nepal.