Hamirpur, February 27: The Tikkar Khatrian branch of Kangra Central Cooperative Bank, in collaboration with National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), organised a financial literacy camp in Dungi village under Gram Panchayat Tikkar Buhla.
Branch Manager Mohinder Chauhan and other bank officials provided detailed information to villagers about banking procedures, loan schemes, Kisan Credit Card (KCC), insurance and pension schemes, and other welfare initiatives.
Chauhan said individuals interested in starting their own enterprises can avail bank loans and subsidies under various government self-employment schemes. He informed that farmers can obtain loans up to ₹2 lakh without collateral under the Kisan Credit Card scheme, adding that subsidies are now available on loans up to ₹5 lakh under certain provisions.
Officials also educated participants about digital banking services and shared measures to prevent digital fraud, urging people to remain cautious while carrying out online transactions.
