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NRBC Bank, in collaboration with Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU), has awarded scholarships to the children of journalists who died while in service. Under the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Fund, the children of 33 deceased DRU members will each receive an annual stipend of Tk 36,000 at a monthly rate of Tk 3,000. NRBC Bank is contributing a total of Tk 11.88 lakh to support the initiative. The scholarship cheques were handed over on Thursday, 27 November 2025, at a ceremony held at the DRU auditorium. Education Adviser Professor Dr. Chowdhury Rafiqul Abrar attended the event as chief guest. NRBC Bank Deputy Managing Director and COO Mohammad Abdul Qaium Khan, Head of Communication Md. Harun-or-Rashid, DRU President Abu Saleh Akon, General Secretary Mainul Hasan Sohel, Welfare Secretary Rafik Mridha and other officials were also present. Speaking at the event, Professor Abrar emphasized that education is essential to building a developed nation and called on private institutions to work alongside the government to ensure access to quality education. He praised NRBC Bank’s support for the children of late journalists, noting that such initiatives help prevent children from being deprived of education due to financial hardship. NRBC Bank DMD AbdulQaium Khan highlighted the vital role journalists play as the “conscience of the nation,” adding that the bank is committed to supporting marginalized communities through its extensive network and CSR activities, including assistance in education, healthcare, and disaster relief. DRU President Abu Saleh Akon said many journalists lack financial security despite working under challenging circumstances. The death of 33 DRU members has left their families in difficulty, and DRU is working to support them. He thanked NRBC Bank for extending its support to the families. General Secretary Mainul Hasan Sohel also expressed gratitude to NRBC Bank for contributing to the welfare of journalists and said he hopes such cooperation will continue in the future.