Shimanto Bank leads school banking conference 2025 in Lalmonirhat

Shimanto Bank successfully organised the School Banking Conference 2025 in Lalmonirhat as the Lead Bank in collaboration with all scheduled commercial banks of the district.

Bangladesh Bank supervised the conference, which was held at the District Council Auditorium and attended by 22 banks, students, and teachers from 12 educational institutions in Lalmonirhat.

Mr  Rafiqul Islam, Executive Director, Bangladesh Bank, Rangpur Office, was the Chief Guest, while Mr. Md. Masum Haider, Joint Director, Bangladesh Bank, attended as the Special Guest. Mr. Rafiqul Islam, Managing Director and CEO of Shimanto Bank, presided over the programme.

The conference commenced with a vibrant rally in which students enthusiastically participated. A quiz competition led by Mr Muhammad Obaidur Rashid, Deputy Director, Bangladesh Bank, was also organised to engage students in fun and educational ways. Later, distinguished guests presented prizes to the winners, encouraging their enthusiasm for financial literacy.

The School Banking Conference aims to educate students about banking services, instil saving habits, and enhance financial awareness from an early age. Such initiatives are part of Bangladesh Bank's financial inclusion and literacy programs, ensuring that students across the country gain a strong foundation in financial management. The Financial Inclusion Department of Bangladesh Bank continues to arrange these conferences in all districts to promote awareness and accessibility of banking services among young learners.