Solan: An awareness programme on NPS Sanchay was organised in Solan to educate farmers, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), small entrepreneurs and workers in the unorganised sector about pension schemes and social security. The programme was jointly organised by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) and UCO Bank, the lead bank of Solan district.
During the programme, participants were provided with detailed information about NPS Sanchay and its role in promoting financial security in old age. Deepak Kumar, Assistant General Manager of UCO Bank and in-charge of the State Level Bankers’ Committee, explained that the scheme is designed for workers in the unorganised and informal sectors. He said regular savings could help individuals build a pension corpus and secure a steady income after retirement.
Ashok Chauhan, District Development Manager of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), highlighted the benefits of NPS Sanchay for self-help groups, Farmer Producer Organisations and other participants, emphasising the importance of financial planning for the future.
Raghuveer Singh Charan and Suvigya Kumar of PFRDA delivered a presentation explaining the scheme’s features and account-opening process. They informed participants that eligible Indian citizens aged between 18 and 85 years could open an NPS Sanchay account with a minimum contribution of ₹250. Accounts can be opened online, at bank branches, through Lok Mitra Kendras or via authorised service providers. Further information is available through the toll-free helpline 1800-11-0708.
Brij Lal Atri, Director of the Mushroom Research Directorate, also provided information on mushroom cultivation to farmers, FPO members and small entrepreneurs, highlighting opportunities in this field.
Nivedita, Manager of UCO Bank, welcomed the participants, while Rajiv Sharma, Deputy Regional Manager of the bank, delivered the vote of thanks.
District Agriculture Officer Solan Arun Kumar, UCO Bank Chief Manager Meenakshi, Assistant General Manager of Jogindra Central Cooperative Bank Ram Pal, representatives of various banks, farmers, FPO members and small entrepreneurs attended the programme.
