National Bank Limited officially launched the Bangla QR services at its head office on June 11, 2024. The "Bangla QR Acquiring and Bangla QR Issuing" launching program was officially inaugurated by Md. Touhidul Alam Khan, Managing Director & CEO of the bank as chief guest. Present at the event were Deputy Managing Directors of the Bank namely, Syed Rois Uddin, Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Imran Ahmed, Md. Abdul Matin along with Osman Haider, Director and Zubair Ahmed, CSO from ITCL, and other senior officials from both organizations.

With this launch, National Bank customers will be able to easily make purchases using Bangla QR through NBL Apps. Additionally, customers of other banks can also shop safely using the Bangla QR code at various merchant points acquired by National Bank Limited.

Speaking at the launching ceremony, the chief guest, Md. Touhidul Alam Khan, stated that National Bank has always prioritized the needs of its customers. In line with this commitment, the bank continually introduces new and innovative and customer friendly services. He also mentioned that with the launch of the Bangla QR code service, National Bank has taken another step forward in building a cashless society, aligning with the Bangladesh Government’s vision of building a Smart Bangladesh.