Jamuna Bank PLC has taken another significant step towards fostering financial awareness among the nation’s youth by organising a comprehensive Financial Literacy Programme at Naohata Girls High School, a respected educational institution located in Paba Upazila of Rajshahi district. The initiative is part of the bank’s broader nationwide campaign to promote sound financial habits among students.
According to a press release issued by the bank, the event was graced by Mr Abdus Sobhan, Executive Vice President and Head of the Banking Operation Division at Jamuna Bank, who attended as the chief guest. His presence underscored the institution’s strong commitment to engaging directly with communities and empowering future generations with essential financial knowledge.
Promoting Savings and Financial Discipline
In his keynote address, Mr Sobhan articulated the importance of early exposure to financial concepts, stressing that financial literacy is not merely a skill, but a lifelong necessity.
“It is the responsibility of all of us to spread the concept of financial discipline and savings,” he remarked, highlighting the crucial role of schools, guardians, and financial institutions in shaping healthy money-management habits from a young age.
He further emphasised that instilling values such as budgeting, responsible spending, and long-term planning can significantly contribute to developing financially confident citizens capable of making informed decisions in adulthood.
Strong Support from School Leadership
The event also saw the participation of the Head Teacher of Naohata Girls High School and the President of the school’s Managing Committee, who attended as special guests. Both expressed their appreciation for Jamuna Bank’s initiative and noted that financial education is often overlooked within traditional academic curricula, making such programmes especially beneficial for students—particularly girls—who may not otherwise receive structured financial guidance.
A Joint Effort for Community Impact
The programme was chaired by Mr Hasanur Rahman, Zonal Head of the Rajshahi Zone and Manager of Jamuna Bank’s Rajshahi Branch. Under his leadership, the bank has been actively involved in similar community-focused activities aimed at raising awareness of financial responsibility at the grassroots level.
Throughout the session, students were introduced to topics such as savings accounts, digital banking, fraud prevention, and the importance of maintaining financial records. Interactive discussions encouraged them to ask questions and engage with banking professionals directly.
Jamuna Bank’s continued investment in financial literacy initiatives reflects its broader mission to cultivate a financially informed society and contribute to national economic resilience, one classroom at a time.