RBI Agartala boosts financial literacy in Tripura through a capacity-building programme, empowering grassroots workers with knowledge on cyber security, banking schemes, and rural finance to strengthen inclusive growth and informed financial decision-making across the state.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Agartala, has organized a Capacity Building and Financial Literacy Awareness Programme for field functionaries of the Centre for Financial Literacy (CFL) project implemented by BAPCL, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening grassroots financial awareness across Tripura.
The programme was inaugurated by Surendra Nidar, General Manager and Officer-in-Charge, RBI Agartala, in the presence of Onsing Marchang, General Manager (FIDD), RBI Agartala. In his keynote address, Nidar emphasized the crucial role played by BAPCL in expanding financial literacy in the state. While appreciating the efforts of CFL functionaries, he underscored the need for continuous learning to keep pace with the rapidly evolving financial landscape, ensuring that grassroots workers remain well-equipped to guide the public effectively.
The event featured a series of technical and interactive sessions conducted by officials from RBI and other key institutions. Sheik Niyamatullah, Manager, RBI Agartala, delivered an insightful session on note refund rules, providing practical knowledge relevant to day-to-day banking interactions. Aman Poddar, Manager, RBI Agartala, highlighted the rising threat of cyber fraud, educating participants on various types of financial scams and the importance of maintaining good cyber hygiene. He also discussed government-backed schemes such as PM Vishwakarma and Swavalamban aimed at empowering individuals.
Adding further depth, Khokan Dey, District Development Manager of NABARD, Tripura Regional Office, elaborated on the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme and its role in strengthening agricultural finance and rural livelihoods. Uttam Mukherjee, Chief Manager of the State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC-PNB), Tripura, conducted an engaging session on the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana, focusing on expanding credit access for small entrepreneurs and underserved communities.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri Onsing Marchang, who appreciated the active participation of all stakeholders. He urged CFL functionaries to effectively apply the knowledge gained to enhance financial awareness at the grassroots level.
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The initiative is expected to further strengthen Tripura’s financial literacy ecosystem, enabling better outreach, informed decision-making, and inclusive economic development across rural and semi-urban areas of the state.
