NCC Islamic Banking Muradpur Branch starts operation

The full-fledged Shariah-based Islamic Banking branch of NCC Bank in Muradpur, Chattogram, commenced operations on Thursday, 29 May 2025.

The branch was inaugurated by the chairman of NCC Bank, Md. Nurun Newaz Salim, as the Chief Guest, according to a media release. 

Attending as Special Guests were the bank’s Vice Chairman Abdus Salam, Chairman of the Executive Committee Khairul Alam Chaklader, and Director Syed Asif Nizamuddin.

The event, chaired by Managing Director M. Shamsul Arefin, was attended by Additional Managing Director M. Khurshed Alam; EVP & Head of Islamic Banking Division Abul Quasem Md. Safiullah; EVP & Head of Chattogram Region Ali Tarek Parvez; senior managers from various branches; distinguished businesspersons; customers; well-wishers; and other esteemed guests. 

In his speech as Chief Guest, NCC Bank Chairman Md. Nurun Newaz Salim stated, “Over its 32-year journey, NCC Bank has earned customer trust by delivering modern, technology-driven, and reliable banking services. Recognizing the socioeconomic significance of Islamic banking in Bangladesh, we have already launched Islamic banking operations, which have garnered positive responses. Alongside conventional banking, Shariah-based Islamic banking will accelerate growth in the banking sector and the broader economy." He urged local business and professional communities to avail NCC Islamic Banking services. 

Managing Director M. Shamsul Arefin remarked, “Considering the demand and potential of Islamic banking in Bangladesh, we launched Shariah-compliant services. Within a short span, our full-fledged Islamic branch in Gulshan, Dhaka, and Islamic Banking Windows across 32 branches received overwhelming customer response. Today, we extend this service to Chattogram through our Muradpur branch. More branches and windows will follow." 

He emphasized that operations strictly follow Shariah principles under the guidance of the Shariah Supervisory Committee, ensuring alignment with customer expectations.

Arefin also invited local entrepreneurs and professionals to avail NCCB’s Islamic Banking services.