BRAC Bank has marked its 25th anniversary with a landmark initiative to recognise the 25 Most Impactful Institutions in Bangladesh, celebrating organisations whose contributions have transformed lives, strengthened communities, and advanced socioeconomic progress.
Widely regarded as a first-of-its-kind corporate recognition initiative in Bangladesh, the programme honours institutions that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to public welfare, and national development, says a press statement.
The recognition forms part of BRAC Bank's silver jubilee celebrations and reflects the bank's enduring commitment to the values of service, integrity, inclusion, and positive social impact championed by its founder, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed.
The honoured institutions have made outstanding contributions across healthcare, education, social development, poverty alleviation, agriculture, employment generation, financial &technological innovation, sports, and arts &culture. Through their sustained efforts, these organisations have created lasting value for society and played a pivotal role in development journey of Bangladesh.
The selection process was conducted independently by a distinguished jury panel formed and supervised by English newspaper, The Business Standard. Institutions were evaluated through a rigorous and transparent process based on the scale of their operations, depth of impact, contribution to society, and long-term role in advancing national development.
The awards were presented at a gala ceremony in Dhaka on Sunday, attended by customers, business leaders, policymakers, civil society representatives, and stakeholders.
These 25 institutions are ACI Group, Anjuman Mufidul Islam, Apex Footwear Limited, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI), Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protisthan (BKSP), Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI), Bangladesh Thalassaemia Foundation, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Bangladesh Women's National Football Team, Bengal Foundation, BIRDEM General Hospital, Bishwo Shahitto Kendra, bKash Limited, BRAC, Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed (CRP), Chhayanaut, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Gonoshasthaya Kendra, Grameenphone, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Kumudini Nursing College, Notre Dame College, Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), PRAN-RFL Group, and Square Group.
Speaking at the ceremony, Meheriar M. Hasan, Chairperson of BRAC Bank, commented: "If our first 25 years proved that inclusion works, our next phase will focus on making inclusion universal. We must expand Sir Fazle Hasan Abed's vision - from serving the 'Missing Middle' to reaching the 'Missing Majority'. We will continue working to ensure that every Bangladeshi has access to opportunities, services, and pathways to prosperity."
Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Managing Director & CEO of BRAC Bank, stated: "Over the years, BRAC Bank has created meaningful social impact and contributed to the socio-economic development of the country. Like our bank, many other institutions have made significant contributions to society and deserve to be recognised for their impact. It is deeply fulfilling for us to honour these esteemed organisations that have transformed lives and created opportunities for people across the country. Going forward, BRAC Bank will continue to undertake scalable initiatives that generate even greater socio-economic impact and contribute to national development."
Inam Ahmed, Editor of The Business Standard, said: "At The Business Standard, we believe that recognising institutions that have consistently served the people is as important as reporting the news itself. We are honoured to partner with BRAC Bank in this unique initiative and to ensure that the selection process was conducted independently, rigorously, and transparently. We hope this recognition will inspire organisations across Bangladesh to pursue excellence, integrity, and lasting social impact."
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