In a significant administrative reshuffle aimed at strengthening its oversight and research capabilities, Bangladesh Bank has announced the promotion of three senior officials to the rank of Additional Director. The decision, formalised through a notification issued by the central bank’s Human Resources Department-1 on Monday, 3 February 2026, marks a pivotal step in the career progression of several high-performing civil servants.
Senior Appointments and Career Milestones
Prominent among the newly appointed directors is Mohammad Shahin Akhter, who previously served as a Joint Director within the Banking Inspection Department-10. Mr Akhter is a seasoned veteran of the central bank, having commenced his professional journey in 2010 as an Assistant Director in the Research Department. Over the course of sixteen years, his career has been defined by a diverse range of assignments, including significant tenures at the Bogra regional office and various inspection and off-site supervision departments.
Notably, Mr Akhter played a critical role in the financial sector’s recovery efforts between 2019 and 2021, when he served as the Assistant Liquidator for the embattled Peoples Leasing and Financial Services. His expertise in managing complex liquidation processes is expected to be a major asset in his new, more senior capacity.
Broadening the Supervisory Scope
The promotions extend beyond the headquarters in Dhaka. Joining Mr Akhter in this new tier of leadership are:
Shahinur Mohammad Al Amin: Previously a Joint Director in the Financial Institutions and Markets Department.
Abdur Rahman: Formerly a Joint Director stationed at the central bank’s Khulna office.
These appointments reflect the bank’s strategy to bolster its “Off-site Supervision” and “Financial Markets” divisions—sectors that have become increasingly vital as the nation navigates a complex post-election economic landscape.
Profile of Newly Promoted Directors
| Name | Former Designation | Key Department/Location | Career Highlight |
| Mohammad Shahin Akhter | Joint Director | Banking Inspection-10 | Asst. Liquidator (Peoples Leasing) |
| Shahinur M. Al Amin | Joint Director | Financial Institutions & Markets | Expert in NBFI regulation |
| Abdur Rahman | Joint Director | Khulna Regional Office | Regional financial oversight |
Strengthening Institutional Governance
The promotion of these officials comes at a juncture where Bangladesh Bank is intensifying its vigilance over the banking and non-bank financial institution (NBFI) sectors. By elevating experienced individuals who have worked across both research and field inspection, the central bank aims to refine its policy-making and enforcement mechanisms.
The inclusion of an official from the Khulna office underscores a commitment to decentralising expertise, ensuring that regional branches are led by high-ranking personnel capable of executing the central bank’s mandates effectively. As these three directors assume their new responsibilities, they will be expected to play a leading role in maintaining the stability and integrity of the national financial system.