Salim Anwar to head Padma Bank's Islamic banking division

Islamic banking veteran Salim Anwar has joined Padma Bank Limited as its head of the Islamic banking division.

Fourth generation Padma Bank Limited is going to launch a Shariah-based ‘Padma Bank Islami Banking’ division. Initiatives have already been taken to open Islamic banking windows in some branches, reports UNB citing a press release. 

Before joining Padma Bank, Salim Anwar was the Head of the Internal Control and Compliance Wing at Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited.

He started his banking career at Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd as a probationary officer in 1992. During his 30 years career, Salim Anwar served in Commercial Investment Department, Investment Policy and Planning Department and Musharaka Department in the Head Office and various branches.

Besides, he served as Head of Branch in different branches for 16 years including two corporate branches.

Salim Anwar has experience participating in Islamic banking training and workshops at home and abroad.

The Islamic Banking Division of Padma Bank is committed to building the trust of customers with Shariah-based products and services.