Published : 23 October 2026
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Updated : 23 October 2026, 00:25
Star Business Desk
Ariful Islam, chairman of IPDC Finance; Rizwan Dawood Shams, managing director; and other senior officials of the institution are seen inaugurating a new branch in Rajshahi, recently. Photo: IPDC Finance
IPDC Finance PLC, one of Bangladesh’s first private-sector financial institutions, has inaugurated a new branch in Rajshahi as part of its efforts to expand its presence and bring financial services closer to people and businesses across the country.
The branch is located at Balughata House, House No. 22, Sultanabad Station Road, Rajshahi. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Ariful Islam, chairman of IPDC Finance PLC; Rizwan Dawood Shams, managing director; and other senior officials of the institution, according to a press release.
The opening of the Rajshahi branch reflects IPDC Finance’s focus on strengthening its service network and improving accessibility for customers across Bangladesh. Through its presence in Rajshahi, the institution aims to build stronger relationships with local communities, entrepreneurs, and businesses while addressing their evolving financial needs.
As one of the country’s pioneering private-sector financial institutions, IPDC Finance remains committed to providing financial solutions to support individual aspirations, entrepreneurial initiatives, and business growth. The new branch is expected to strengthen the institution’s engagement with customers in Rajshahi and surrounding areas, creating greater opportunities for financial inclusion and economic development.
Commenting on the inauguration, Ariful Islam, chairman of IPDC Finance PLC, said, “The inauguration of our new branch in Rajshahi marks an important step in strengthening IPDC Finance’s presence across Bangladesh. Rajshahi has considerable potential for entrepreneurship, business expansion, and economic development. We look forward to building meaningful, long-term relationships with the people and businesses of this region and supporting their aspirations through our financial services.”
Rizwan Dawood Shams, managing director of IPDC Finance PLC, said, “At IPDC Finance, we believe that being closer to our customers enables us to understand their needs better and deliver more meaningful financial solutions. The inauguration of our Rajshahi branch reflects our commitment to expanding accessibility, enhancing customer experience, and supporting individuals and businesses in achieving their financial goals. We are delighted to extend our services to the people of Rajshahi and look forward to becoming a trusted financial partner in the region.”
Through the inauguration of the new branch in Rajshahi, IPDC Finance reaffirms its commitment to expanding its reach, strengthening customer relationships, and contributing to Bangladesh’s economic development.
