KATHMANDU: Banking violations in Nepal have increased substantially, with 4,359 incidents registered in the first four months of fiscal year 2024/25, according to Nepal Police. This indicates an increase of 169 cases over the same time in the previous fiscal year, revealing a worrying increase in financial crimes.
The Kathmandu Valley had the highest number of events, with 2,629 reported over this time period. This concentration shows the region's status as a financial hub, as well as the difficulty it has in combating such activities.
Overall crime statistics show that banking violations made for the majority of the 19,498 cases documented nationwide by Nepal Police in the previous four months. This points to the increasing incidence of financial crimes in the country.
Nepal Police handled 13,263 banking offenses during the course of the preceding fiscal year, 2023–2024. This year's numbers may exceed those from last year if the current trend continues, indicating the urgent need for action to address the growing number of crimes involving banks.
