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The Atal Pension Yojana (APY), launched in 2015 to provide social security to the underprivileged in India, has achieved a milestone of 8.34 crore enrolments as of October 31, 2025. Among the subscribers, women constitute 48%, showing significant adoption among female participants. The initiative has been bolstered by awareness
Financial Inclusion
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has successfully concluded a four-month Nationwide Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign, achieving significant milestones in financial inclusion. The campaign, which aimed to enroll eligible citizens in key financial schemes, resulted in the organization of 2,67,345 camps and the opening of 1.11 crore
Ethiopia
A high-level delegation from Ethiopia is visiting India to learn about the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), focusing on women's empowerment and financial inclusion. The delegation aims to understand the operational model and implementation strategies that have mobilized millions of women into Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and facilitated significant
Day-NRLM
The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) is a flagship program by the Indian government aimed at alleviating poverty by mobilizing rural households into Self Help Groups (SHGs). The initiative has successfully mobilized over 10 crore households, supported millions of women farmers, and trained rural youth for
unclaimed financial assets
The Ministry of Finance launched Phase I of the nationwide awareness campaign 'आपकी पूँजी, आपका अधिकार' from October 15-17, 2025, across 25 districts in 13 States and Union Territories. The campaign aims to help citizens reclaim unclaimed financial assets through awareness, accessibility, and action. Citizens
Fintech Fest
In his address at the 6th Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, Prime Minister highlighted India's advancements in digital technology and financial inclusion. He emphasized the importance of partnerships, particularly with the UK, to enhance global financial landscapes. The PM discussed India's digital infrastructure, including the Unified
MoSPI
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is participating in the Global Fintech Fest 2025 at Jio World Centre, Mumbai, from October 7-9. The event features interactive exhibits including VR setups, entertainment robots, and live demonstrations of data access tools. A panel discussion highlighted the role of official data
Financial Awareness
Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman launched the nationwide financial awareness campaign "आपकी पूँजी, आपका अधिकार" in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The campaign aims to raise awareness about unclaimed financial assets, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming hard-earned savings for education and empowerment. The initiative will cover all
unclaimed assets
The Ministry of Finance, led by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, will launch a three-month nationwide campaign titled "आपकी पूँजी, आपका अधिकार" (Your Money, Your Right) on October 4, 2025, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The campaign aims to raise awareness about unclaimed financial assets, including
Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted India's economic growth and banking reforms during his address at the Financial Express's India’s Best Banks Award ceremony in Mumbai. He emphasized the transition of India from a service-oriented economy to an innovation-driven one under PM Modi's
Aadhaar
Dr. Ashish Kumar Bhutani, Secretary of the Ministry of Cooperation, participated in a workshop aimed at onboarding Cooperative Banks to Aadhaar-enabled Payment Services. This initiative, aligned with Prime Minister Modi's vision of 'Sahkar se Samriddhi', seeks to empower cooperative banks, enhance financial inclusion in rural areas,
MSMEs
The Secretary of DFS chaired a meeting organized by the Indian Banks’ Association to discuss empowering MSMEs, which contribute significantly to India's GDP and exports. The meeting focused on immediate priorities and long-term strategies to enhance the resilience of the MSME sector, emphasizing the need for better access