Prime Bank hosts session on inclusive banking in Savar

Prime Bank PLC yesterday organised a session, titled “From Access to Empowerment: Advancing Banking for Persons with Disabilities”, in collaboration with Team Inclusion Bangladesh in Savar, Dhaka, as part of its efforts to build a barrier-free and inclusive banking ecosystem.

During the event, chequebooks and debit cards were distributed among visually impaired customers, enabling them to conduct financial transactions independently.

The bank also facilitated instant account opening for individuals with different physical challenges, helping integrate them into the formal financial system.

MM Mahbub Hasan, senior vice-president and head of financial inclusion and school banking at Prime Bank PLC, and Md Jahirul Islam, founder and executive director of Team Inclusion Bangladesh, attended the event and appreciated the initiative.

In his address, Hasan said inclusive banking is a responsibility rather than a choice.

“Our initiative to introduce wheelchair-friendly cash service counters in newly opened and renovated branches has also been widely appreciated.”

“In addition, the Sign Language Video Call Service for hearing- and speech-impaired customers launched by Prime Bank received a national fintech award last year,” he added.

Islam said the bank’s inclusive approach -- combining financial literacy, technology and accessible infrastructure -- sets an important benchmark for the banking industry.

Among others, Kazi Reshad Mahboob, senior vice-president and head of consumer protection and service quality, and Md Shakhawoat Houssain, head of the Hemayetpur branch, were also present.