Shimanto Bank PLC recently organised a "School Banking Conference 2025" in Lalmonirhat as the lead bank, in collaboration with all scheduled commercial banks operating in the district, aiming to educate students about banking services, instil saving habits, and enhance financial awareness from an early age.

The conference, supervised by Bangladesh Bank, was held at the district council auditorium with the participation of 22 banks, along with students and teachers from 12 educational institutions in Lalmonirhat.

Md Rafiqul Islam, executive director of the Bangladesh Bank, Rangpur office, attended the event as the chief guest, the bank said in a press release.

Md Masum Haider, joint director of the central bank, attended as the special guest.

Such initiatives are part of Bangladesh Bank's financial inclusion and financial literacy programmes, ensuring that students across the country gain a strong foundation in financial management.

The Financial Inclusion Department of Bangladesh Bank continues to arrange these conferences in all districts to promote awareness and accessibility of banking services among young learners.

Rafiqul Islam, managing director and CEO of Shimanto Bank, presided over the programme.

The conference commenced with a rally, in which students participated, and a quiz competition, led by Muhammad Obaidur Rashid, deputy director of the BB, was also organised to engage students in a fun and educational manner.

Later, distinguished guests presented prizes to the winners, encouraging their enthusiasm for financial literacy.