Southeast Bank organises School Banking Conference 2025 in Barishal
Southeast Bank PLC. organised "School Banking Conference–2025" in Barishal under the supervision of the Financial Inclusion Department of Bangladesh Bank. The event brought together students, teachers from various schools, and branch managers of all scheduled banks operating in Barishal district.
The conference was held recently and was graced by Mr. Imtiaz Ahmed Masum, Executive Director (Current Charge) of Bangladesh Bank, Barishal, as the Chief Guest. Special Guests included Mr. Abidur Rahman Chowdhury, Managing Director (Current Charge) of Southeast Bank PLC.; Mr. Md. Ali Hossain, Additional Director of the Financial Inclusion Department, Bangladesh Bank, Head Office, Dhaka; Mr. Md. Harunur Rashid, District Education Officer, Barishal; and Mr. Md. Mahabub-Ul Alam, Deputy Director of the Financial Inclusion Department, Bangladesh Bank, Head Office, Dhaka. The event was presided over by Mr. Mohammad Rashedul Amin, Deputy Managing Director of Southeast Bank PLC.
Speeches were also delivered on behalf of the students by Rabia Kamal, a tenth-grade student of Jahanara Israil School and College, Barishal, and Md. Hasnain Bin Kabir, a tenth-grade student of Barishal Zilla School.
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The conference saw the participation of 350 attendees, including 45 officials from 45 scheduled banks, 180 students, and 45 teachers from various schools in the district. Speakers highlighted the importance of instilling the habit of saving, investing, and responsible financial management from an early age, as well as introducing students to modern banking technologies through school banking initiatives.
The programme featured video presentations on school banking, a rally, cultural performances, and a quiz competition for students.
