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National Cooperative Policy 2025: Digital Integration and Inclusivity

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10 Dec 2025

The Ministry of Cooperation has indicated that no amendments are necessary in the Cooperative Societies Acts of States/UTs to fulfill the National Cooperative Policy 2025. It emphasizes the digital integration of state-level cooperative databases with the National Cooperative Database (NCD) through a standard API, now adopted by Rajasthan. In efforts to promote inclusivity, the Multi-State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) Amendment Act & Rules, 2023, promote greater representation of women and scheduled castes/tribes. The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) introduces schemes to support cooperatives led by marginalized groups, disbursing significant funds to women-led and SC/ST cooperatives to enhance participation and support cooperative development across diverse sectors.

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Recent Press Releases from India's Ministry of External Affairs

Key Press Releases from the Ministry of External Affairs

Ministry of Finance Reviews Regional Rural Banks' Performance

Amit Shah Commends Mising Youth Festival in Assam