A Simple Digital Solution for Nepal’s Small Merchants
Biratnagar — To simplify daily transactions and stock management for small and local merchants, a new mobile application called Lokta has been officially launched. The app targets kirana stores, small wholesalers, and neighborhood-level businesses across Nepal.
According to co-founder Kamal Shah, Lokta was developed to solve common operational problems faced by small traders. Many local businesses still rely on manual records. Lokta replaces this with a simple and reliable digital system.
What Is Lokta?
Lokta is a mobile-based accounting and inventory management app designed for Nepal’s small business environment. It helps merchants manage daily operations without complex processes or technical training.
With Lokta, users can:
Record daily sales and purchases Track stock levels in real time View profit and loss in one place Maintain clear and organized business records
As a result, merchants gain better control over their businesses.
Designed for Ease of Use
Lokta follows the principle of “Minimum Learning, Maximum Utility.” This means users can start using the app with very little training.
Most importantly, Lokta supports voice-based operation. This feature helps merchants who:
Are not comfortable with smartphones Have limited digital literacy Prefer simple, local-language tools
Therefore, Lokta becomes a practical business companion, not a complicated software system.
Built for Nepal’s Market Reality
Lokta is designed specifically for Nepal’s local market needs. It is not a foreign product adapted later. Instead, it reflects how small businesses actually operate in Nepal.
The app considers:
Local business practices Cost sensitivity of small traders Language and accessibility needs
By digitizing daily tasks, Lokta helps save time and money while improving accuracy.
Supporting Better Business Decisions
Lokta allows merchants to make smarter decisions using real data. The app helps users:
Identify fast- and slow-moving products Avoid overstocking and shortages Understand daily and monthly profitability Plan future purchases with confidence
As a result, business decisions become clearer and more reliable.
Strengthening Nepal’s Digital Economy
Lokta does more than manage records. It supports Nepal’s broader goal of digital inclusion for small businesses.
By bringing small merchants into the digital system, Lokta helps:
Improve transparency in local trade Increase business confidence Support long-term economic growth
When small businesses grow stronger, the national economy benefits as well.
Conclusion
Lokta proves that simple, localized technology can create real impact. By focusing on ease of use and practical features, the app empowers Nepal’s small merchants to operate more efficiently.
For Nepal’s growing digital ecosystem, Lokta represents a meaningful step toward a more organized and resilient business future.
