Digital Program Makes Amazing Change in Banking Sector: Telecom Minister

Posts and Telecommunications Minister Mustafa Jabbar has said that the 'Digital Bangladesh' program has resulted in a surprising change in the country's banking transactions.

Mentioning that digital banking has reached the doorsteps of the grassroots people, Jabbar said that, "Bangladesh is gradually moving towards a cashless society. But we must remember that the more digital the country is going to be, the greater will be the threat of security," said a release here.

The minister also called upon the concerned to create awareness about digital security among the customers of each scheduled bank.

Jabbar made the call while addressing a virtual event on Sunday night to mark the launch of Agrani Bank's leading e-account mobile apps for opening bank accounts at home in the capital, said the release.

The minister said, "We are on the brink of the Internet-based Industrial Revolution. The path ahead is much larger. And technology will bring the most changes in the banking sector."

He said that the biggest important matter for banking or service-related organization is customers.

Mentioning that customer service should not be compromised, Mustafa Jabbar said, "Through its own IT team, Agrani Bank has set foot in a new day by creating digital account opening apps at home."

The minister said it is exemplary for other banks and financial institutions. He also mentioned that each financial sector needs to build its own strong IT team and not to depend on others.

The minister later officially announced the launch of the app.

Members of the Agrani Bank Board of Directors - Mofiz Uddin Ahmed, Kashem Humayun, Dr Md Faraz Ali, KMN Fazlul Haque Lablu and Managing Director and CEO of the bank Mohammad Shams-ul-Islam spoke on the occasion.