“One rarely comes across persons who have their feet planted firmly both in business and literature. Mr. Basant K. Chaudhary, chairman of diversified business group BLC Holdings Pvt Ltd, is one such rarity. Mr. Basant K. Chaudhary was born on April 3, 1957, in Kathmandu in a family which was set to make its mark on Nepal’s business canvas. Young Mr. Basant K. Chaudhary observed his father Shree Lunkaran Das Chaudhary growing the business steadily. Long-term vision, tactical action, hard work and social commitment were the traits which he imbibed from his father. These values continue to propel his life to the day. His direct foray into business began as a salesman in the family-owned Arun Emporium, Nepal’s first and most-renowned mall at just the young age of 17. But even as he was learning the ropes of day-to-day business, Mr. Basant K. Chaudhary found himself attracted to music, art and literature. Dozens of well received books and musical albums speak for his creative passion. Add to that philanthropy and you have almost a complete picture of our Founder Chairman.”