Bangladesh Bank on Thursday categorically dismissed reports circulating in a section of the media regarding an apparent decision to appoint a successful private sector bank's Managing Director as its new Deputy Governor, terming the information "baseless and untrue."
In a formal statement issued today, Bangladesh Bank Spokesperson and Executive Director Arif Hossain Khan clarified that there is no reality behind the published news.
He confirmed that no such decision has been made regarding the appointment to the post of Deputy Governor.
"Such false and misleading reports create misconceptions among the general public and can have a negative impact on the stability of the financial sector," Khan said.
He urged media outlets to refrain from publishing such sensitive news without proper verification from official sources.
Financial analysts noted that high-level appointments within the banking sector are extremely sensitive matters. They emphasized that responsibility and fact-checking are crucial when reporting such developments to prevent unnecessary rumors that could undermine investor confidence and disrupt normal market operations.
The central bank’s clarification comes amid concerns over the rapid spread of misinformation across social media and online platforms. Relevant authorities have reiterated the importance of delivering news based on reliable sources to maintain the integrity of the country’s banking industry.