The government has honoured Ncell as the highest income taxpayer in the country's information and communications technology (ICT) sector for fiscal year 2023/24. The recognition was presented to Ncell during a special event held on Friday, May 2, to mark the 8th National ICT Day in Kathmandu.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli presented a certificate of honour to Punam Singh, Marketing, Communications, and Sustainability Director of Ncell at the event.

“Ncell has been making substantial contributions to the government every year across various tax and fee categories. We are proud to have played a crucial role in the development of ICT and the economic growth of the country. At Ncell, we remain committed to continuing our contributions to ICT development, supporting Digital Nepal vision in line with our theme ‘Here for You’, here for Nepal," a statement quoted Jabbor Kayumov, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Ncell, as saying.

Since its establishment, Ncell has paid over Rs 340 billion in taxes and fees as of the last fiscal year 2023/24, the statement added. “In the last fiscal year alone, Ncell contributed Rs 20.30 billion in taxes and fees.”