Bussiness Desk

 Banglalink, Bangladesh’s leading digital operator, has made history as the only company in the country to pledge support for the GSMA Principles for Driving the Digital Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities. This landmark commitment underscores Banglalink’s dedication to fostering an inclusive digital nation where everyone, regardless of physical ability, can fully participate in the digital world.

The GSMA, a global organization uniting the mobile ecosystem, promotes innovation to drive positive business and societal change. Its Principles for Disability Inclusion rest on three core pillars: embedding digital inclusion across organizations, understanding the needs of persons with disabilities, and innovating accessible products and services. By adopting these principles, Banglalink joins a global movement to ensure equitable access to digital opportunities.

Johan Buse, CEO of Banglalink, emphasized the company’s vision: “Access to digital services and modern technology is a fundamental right, not a privilege limited by physical ability. At Banglalink, we are committed to breaking down barriers that exclude people with disabilities from the digital revolution. Our pledge to the GSMA Principles reflects our ambition to build an inclusive digital ecosystem where services are accessible, experiences are equitable, and opportunities are universal.”

Banglalink has already implemented significant measures to promote digital inclusion. The company has revamped its website to enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities and installed ramps at its offices and customer care centers nationwide to improve physical access. Additionally, Banglalink actively promotes inclusive values through regular social media campaigns to raise awareness about disability inclusion.

Through its Digital Classroom Initiative in partnership with Proyash, Banglalink is also strengthening educational inclusion by integrating assistive technology into learning environments for differently abled children. These efforts highlight the company’s ongoing commitment to creating a more inclusive society.