The GTC Group traces its roots to the Lath family, originally from Surajgarh, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan, India, who migrated to Nepal in the 18th century. The family’s business legacy began in 1972 when the late Shri Bihari Lal Lath founded Ashok Trading Company Pvt. Ltd., a milestone for the Lath family in Nepal. In addition to his business ventures, Shri Bihari Lal Lath dedicated over 15 years to key non-profit organizations such as the Birgunj Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Birgunj Jeetpur Gaushala, and Marwari Samaj Sewak Sangh. He also co-founded the Relief Society of Commerce with prominent community members.

With a deep commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the family established the Radha Devi Brij Lal Lath Sewa Trust, which has made significant contributions to community welfare, particularly in education and healthcare. The Lath family is now represented by its 3rd, 4th, and 5th generations in Nepal.

His elder son, Mr. Ashok Kumar Lath ventured into the food industry and successfully ran it for over 35 years. Simultaneously, Ganesh Trading Centre became a major player in the import sector. Mr. Ashok Kumar Lath, also served as President of the Relief Society of Commerce and continues to contribute actively.

Later, Mr. Ganesh Prasad Lath (younger son of Bihari Lal Lath) expanded the family’s ventures by co-founding Noble Textiles Pvt. Ltd. in partnership with other reputed business groups in Nepal. In addition to his business success, Mr. Ganesh Prasad Lath has served as President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FNCCI) – Madhesh Pradesh, President of the Birgunj Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and has led various social organizations, including Marwari Yuwa Manch and Lions Club of Birgunj Adarshnagar.

The fourth generation of the Lath family has now stepped into leadership roles. Mr. Ashish Kumar Lath, son of Mr. Ashok Kumar Lath, after completing his MBA in International Business from Symbiosis, Pune, manages the trading businesses under GTC Group: Ganesh Trading Centre and Atlantic Overseas. He also serves as the General Secretary of the Birgunj Chamber of Commerce & Industry and is actively involved with Round Table Nepal and the Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs’ Forum (NYEF) – Birgunj Chapter.

Mr. Manish Kumar Lath, son of Mr. Ganesh Prasad Lath, represents the second branch of the fourth generation. With an MBA in Marketing from Symbiosis, Bangalore, he currently oversees GTC Overseas & Civil International. He also serves as the National Secretary of Round Table Nepal.