The vibrant city of Rajshahi recently witnessed an extraordinary gathering aimed at fostering the seeds of financial wisdom among the youth. Prime Bank PLC, taking a leading role, orchestrated the much-awaited “School Banking Conference-2025” at the Rajshahi Zila Parishad auditorium. This initiative emerged as a beacon of financial enlightenment, underscoring the significance of empowering the next generation through savvy money management skills.
An Enthusiastic Welcome to the Future
Welcomed by an enthusiastic assembly of over 400 students and educators, the event hall became a melting pot of budding financial enthusiasts and seasoned bankers. The opening ceremony was steered by Husne Ara Shikha, the revered executive director and head of the Bangladesh Bank Rajshahi office. Shikha’s words resonated deeply with the audience, as she highlighted how school banking serves as a keystone for nurturing a financially inclusive society.
Building Blocks of Financial Education
In his compelling address, M Nazeem A Choudhury, Deputy Managing Director of Prime Bank PLC, emphasized, “Today’s students are the architects of tomorrow’s economy. It is our duty to guide them effectively and introduce them to the banking system.” These words echoed the event’s overarching theme: to instill a savings mindset and cultivate financial responsibility among the youth, setting the foundation for stable future economies.
A Collaborative Effort
The presence of senior officials from Prime Bank PLC alongside representatives from 45 scheduled banks symbolized an unwavering collective commitment to the cause. As stated in The Daily Star, the gathering of such a diverse group illustrated the unified goal of promoting financial literacy across the district.
Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders
Among the distinguished attendees, Qazi Mutmainna Tahmida, additional director of the Financial Inclusion Department, along with other notable figures such as Mahmudul Hasan and MM Mahbub Hasan, shared valuable insights into the intricacies of financial inclusion and its role in shaping an economically sound future.
A Step Towards Financial Inclusion
The “School Banking Conference-2025” unfolded as an inspiring success, bridging the gap between the younger generation and the intricate world of finance. Prime Bank, with its exemplary initiative, has set a landmark in the journey toward inclusive banking, ensuring that today’s young minds are well-prepared to navigate the financial challenges of tomorrow.
This conference not only educated but inspired, leaving a lasting imprint on the hearts of all attendees. As these eager students journey back to their classrooms, the seeds of financial literacy planted today promise to grow into a forest of economic stability and innovation.
