Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC organized a Clients’ Get-together at the New Market branch on July 9, 2026.
Mohammad Zahir Hussain, Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank and the sole representative of the board of directors of Islami Bank was present in the program as chief guest, according to a media release.
Md. Mahboob Alam, Deputy Managing Director attended as special guest.
Md. Mahbub-A-Alam, Senior Executive Vice President & Head of Dhaka Central Zone, presided over the program while Shah Mohammad Waliullah, a member of the Shari'ah Advisory Board of Bangladesh Bank, was the chief discussant.
Md. Mahabubus Sajjad, Head of New Market Branch, delivered the welcome speech.
Professor Md. Aminul Islam of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Professor Md. Belal Hossain of Dhaka University, Professor Parveen Sultana Haidar, former Vice Principal of Dhaka College, Professor Raihana Taslima of the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE), and businesspersons Md. Hossain and Najma Sultana addressed on behalf of the customers.
Md. Habibur Rahman, Company Secretary, along with the bank's executives, officials, local businesspersons and well-wishers were present on the occasion.
In his speech as the chief guest, Mohammad Zahir Hussain said that the depositors are the true owners of Islami Bank.
Bangladesh Bank and the management authority are working tirelessly to protect their interests.
He stated that Islami Bank is a wonderful combination of Bangladeshi and Islamic nationalism.
"Although there are many Islamic banks worldwide, this bank of ours is one of the pioneers in this region. As long as Bangladesh exists, Insha'Allah, Islami Bank will also survive with glory. Everyone, regardless of caste, creed or religion will receive the services of this bank equally. It will not be a bank for any single individual, group or party; it will be a bank for the general people."
Assuring the customers, he said that the share capital of Islami Bank is only Tk. 6,500 crore, whereas the customers' deposits amount to nearly one and three-quarter lakh crore taka. This share ratio is a negligible fraction of the total deposits. Therefore, there is nothing to worry about regarding the shares.
Furthermore, Bangladesh Bank, the government, and various intelligence agencies are working jointly to bring back the looted money.
Regarding the bank's internal reforms and management, he said that full trust and authority have been given to Islami Bank's efficient management team, who have been working for 30–35 years. The board's job is only to provide policy; the bank will be run by professionals.
Urging customers and depositors to stand by the bank and assist in increasing deposits, he said that a new dawn has risen for Islami Bank. We have no opportunity to look back.
He firmly expressed that with utmost professionalism; the bank would regain its lost glory and reach new heights within a short period.
As the chief discussant, Shah Mohammad Waliullah, a member of the Shari'ah Advisory Board of Bangladesh Bank, said that the position Islami Bank has reached in Bangladesh today is built upon the tireless hard work and sacrifices of our predecessors. Since Almighty Allah (SWT) has accepted this bank, it is able to make such a grand contribution to the country's economy today.
Recalling the historical background of the establishment of Islami Bank, he said that the martyred President Ziaur Rahman had an outstanding contribution to the establishment of this bank.
Besides, the then Ambassador of Saudi Arabia and the Peer Saheb of Baitush Sharaf, Chattogram also played a unique role in building this bank.
He recalled their contributions with profound respect. Highlighting the theoretical and historical foundations of the Islamic banking system, the chief discussant said that even before receiving prophethood, Muhammad (SM) had conducted business with Hazrat Khadijatul Kubra (RA) using the 'Mudaraba' (partnership) principle.
Based on that eternal and golden ideal of Islam and the principle of Mudaraba, Islamic banks are conducting their overall financial and business activities, the release adds.
