Punjab Provincial Cooperative Bank Limited

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Punjab Provincial Cooperative Bank Limited
Company typePublic
Industry Banking, Financial services
Founded1924;100 years ago (1924)
Headquarters,
Pakistan
Area served
Punjab, Pakistan
Key people
MUHAMMAD SALEEM TAHIR
ProductsAgricultural loans, Housing loans, Banking services
ServicesFinancial services, Cooperative banking
Website www.ppcbl.com.pk

The Punjab Provincial Cooperative Bank Limited (PPCBL), established in 1924, is one of the oldest banks in Pakistan. It has historically served as a specialized bank catering to the needs of housing and agricultural cooperatives. [1]

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History

PPCBL was established during the British rule and played a major role in providing agricultural credit after partition. However, over time, the bank faced financial challenges and bureaucratic problems. [1]

Sports involvement

PPCBL has a cricket team. In May 2023, the PPCBL cricket team defeated Lahore Gymkhana in a friendly match. [2]

President

==CEO MUHAMMAD SALEEM TAHIR]] (AUG 2023 - TO DATE) [3] [4]

In May 2018, a notable scandal involving misappropriation of funds emerged, leading to legal action. [5]

In July 2023 the bank, along with other banks, received fines for violations of the rules. [6]

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References

  1. 1 2 Farooq, Mariam Umar (September 3, 2023). "How one of Pakistan's oldest banks cleaned up its act". Profit by Pakistan Today.
  2. "PPCBL beat Lahore Gymkhana in friendly match". The Nation. May 30, 2023.
  3. "Tahir Bhatti takes charge of PPCBL president". The Nation. December 16, 2021.
  4. "Tahir Bhatti Takes Charge as President/CEO of ZTBL".
  5. "Remand of ex-chairman extended". The Express Tribune. May 24, 2018.
  6. "Jul 28, 2023 | Six banks get slap on the wrist for rule violations". Dawn Epaper. July 28, 2023.