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BRPD Circular Letter No. 07: Precautionary measures to ensure safety of business centers of the banks
The Banking Regulation and Policy Department of Bangladesh Bank directs all scheduled banks to strengthen security measures, including cyber security, at all business centers such as head offices and branches during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr government holidays. This directive responds to recent incidents of theft, dacoity, and cybercrime, requiring banks to implement enhanced surveillance and monitoring protocols, potentially utilizing bank security personnel for oversight.
Banking Regulation and Policy Department Bangladesh Bank Head Office Dhaka.
BRPD Circular Letter No. 07 16 Asharh, 1423 Date: ----------------- 30 June, 2016
Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer All Scheduled Banks operating in Bangladesh.
Dear Sir,
Regarding the adoption of precautionary measures to ensure the safety of the bank's business centers.
We draw your attention to the guidelines issued through BRPD Circular No. 07, dated 5 July, 2015, regarding the assurance of security at bank branches, and BRPD Circular No. 09, dated 17 September, 2015, to further effectively and productively address IT-related risks.
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In light of some undesirable incidents such as theft and dacoity that have occurred recently, as well as cybercrime, it is necessary to further strengthen the security of business centers of banks and companies. Specifically, due to the extended government holidays for the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr this year, there is a need to further strengthen security arrangements.
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In this context, you are hereby directed to ensure cyber security and overall security at all business centers of the bank, including the head office and branch offices, on the days of holidays declared for the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr. In this regard, arrangements for monitoring may be made by the bank's security personnel if necessary.
Yours faithfully,
(Abu Farah Md. Naser) General Manager Phone: 9530252 DnNo: B.R.P.D.D.H.N
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