bKash conducts nationwide distributor workshops to prevent hundi
Business Desk :
bKash has organized four comprehensive awareness workshops for its distributors in Dhaka, Khulna, Bogura, and Cumilla as part of its ongoing efforts to prevent financial crimes such as hundi, illegal betting, and money laundering.
The initiative aims to strengthen the compliance and operational knowledge of the company’s extensive distribution network.
The day-long sessions brought together bKash’s channel partners to discuss key topics, including accurate transaction management, identifying the source of funds, timely reporting of suspicious activities, staff monitoring, action against non-compliant agents, and leveraging technology for transparency.
Distributors also shared best practices and experiences, highlighting how strict adherence to compliance standards has improved business efficiency and minimized risks,according to press release.
With a nationwide network of over 350,000 agents, bKash plays a vital role in promoting financial inclusion across Bangladesh.
Distributors act as overseers of agent operations, ensuring transaction accuracy, quality service, and continuous training for agents serving 82 million customers.
Ali Ahmmed, Chief Commercial Officer of bKash, said, “A strong network has been built through the collaborative efforts of bKash and its distributors, enabling uninterrupted services to millions of customers.
Beyond basic cash-in and cash-out services, agent points have become hubs of financial accessibility and management.”
Mohammad Irfanul Huq, Head of Distribution and Retail Business, emphasized that as a Bangladesh Bank-regulated company, bKash prioritizes compliance above all.
He urged distributors to remain vigilant to prevent dishonest groups from exploiting the network for illegal activities.
bKash’s awareness workshops are part of a phased training program that continues to educate employees and distributors at all levels, reinforcing transparency, accountability, and secure financial practices across its nationwide network.