Board of Directors

Shahil Agrawal, an International Business graduate from Regent’s College Central London, UK, currently serves as the Managing Director at the Shanker Group of Companies, a well-known business conglomerate in Nepal. Under his guidance, Shahil Agrawal has greatly enlarged the family enterprise, turning it into one of Nepal’s foremost steel companies, and creating job opportunities for more than 10,000 individuals in the nation.

Mr. Agrawal initiated his professional journey in the steel manufacturing industry in Nepal, working within his family’s business. Over the course of more than ten years, he gained valuable experience in diverse sectors such as manufacturing, services, and trade. In addition to his business pursuits, he actively participates in numerous professional associations. Notably, he holds the distinction of being the youngest elected associate member and has served as the Chairman of the Bank, Finance & Insurance Committee at FNCCI (Federation of Nepalese Industry and Commerce). He is also affiliated with various other organizations, including the Nepal Steels Rolling Mills Association (NSRMA), Noodles Association of Nepal, Soap Association of Nepal, Nepal Association of Automobiles, and the Confederation of Asia-Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI).

Shahil Agrawal has garnered significant recognition and accolades for his continuous and remarkable achievements, including the prestigious ‘Suprabal Janasewa Shree Padak’ awarded by the Rt. Honorable President of Nepal, Bidhya Devi Bhandari. He was also honored with the Best Young Entrepreneur Award from the Birgunj Chambers of Commerce and Industry, the Best Young Entrepreneur Award from “News 24,” and his appointment as a Commercially Important Person (CIP) by the Government of Nepal. Additionally, he has earned the Highest Quality award from the Nepal Standard Bureau for manufacturing the highest quality steel in Nepal. Mr. Agrawal also serves as the honorary consul of Bosnia and Herzegovina for Nepal and holds the position of Chapter Chair for the Young Presidents Organization (YPO).

His appointment to his current position is effective as of March 15, 2023 (2079-12-01).

Ms. Deepa Agarwal is a dynamic and youthful entrepreneur with an extensive and illustrious career spanning over a decade in the realm of entrepreneurship. Her energy and passion are infectious, infusing new life into every venture she undertakes. Ms. Deepa is renowned for her remarkable skills in strategic alliance and human resources management. Her ability to identify and nurture talent, coupled with her knack for forging partnerships, has been instrumental in the success of various ventures.

Ms. Deepa’s expertise in business development projection is unparalleled. She possesses an innate ability to foresee opportunities and trends in the market, allowing her to steer her business towards growth and profitability. Her visionary approach to business ensures that her endeavors are not just thriving in the present, but also well-prepared for the future.

As a member of the Board of Directors, Ms. Deepa Agarwal brings a wealth of experience, innovative thinking, and a dynamic spirit that is invaluable to any organization fortunate enough to have her on board.

Her appointment to this current position is effective as of March 15, 2023 (2079-12-01).

MBA form Tribhuban University with specializations in Finance, Marketing, Economics, Business, Asset Management, and Business Policy and graduated from The Association of Business Executives, UK, with a Diploma in Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality Management, Mr. Bidur Puri has a great deal of experience in many different international industries, including banking and finance, hotel, and worldwide brand chains.

Having eight years of experience in Nepal's banking industry, he has shown remarkable administrative operation management ability and excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, which will help him to create practical solutions. Mr. Puri is a self-driven person who thrives working alone while stressing accuracy and quality to find and solve problems. He also has a proven capacity to oversee team projects and guide them toward organizational objectives.

His appointment to his current position is effective as of April 13, 2024 (2081-01-01).

With more than 24 years of expertise in the life and non-life insurance industries, Mr. Manoj Kumar Lal Karn is a highly accomplished insurance specialist. In addition to having an MBA, he has received a great deal of national and international insurance training. Mr. Karn, who is well-known for taking a novel approach to the insurance sector, offers an abundance of experience to Jagdamba Steels Limited, where his strategic insights will surely aid in the expansion and development of the business.

His appointment to his current position is effective as of July 7, 2024 (2081-03-23).