Punjab National Bank, India’s leading public sector bank, is set to roll out its monthly nationwide Agriculture Outreach Programme on June 2* 2025. Aimed at supporting agricultural communities across the country* this initiative will take place on the first day of every month* ensuring consistent engagement with farmers and agri businesses.
The program seeks to enhance awareness and access to financing for a broad spectrum of agricultural needs—from traditional farming practices to modern high-tech solutions.
PNB will facilitate this outreach through Krishi Chaupals* Digital Zones* and PNB Booths* reinforcing its commitment to rural financial inclusion and empowerment.
Key Focus Areas:
Self-Help Groups (SHGs): Strengthening SHGs with Micro Credit Plan-based financing to enable the expansion of business ventures.
Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF): Providing financial support for farm mechanisation* storage facilities* cold storage* and Custom Hiring Units to improve productivity and market access.
Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME): Offering grants* loans* and subsidies to micro food processors for upgrading infrastructure* improving quality standards* and expanding market reach.
Other Priority Areas: Supporting National Livestock Mission* Precision Farming* Hi-Tech Agriculture* and Food & Agro Processing Units* fostering innovation and rural development.
Commenting on the initiative* Ashok Chandra* MD & CEO of PNB* emphasized the bank’s dedication to strengthening India’s agricultural sector:
“Agriculture forms the backbone of our economy. We remain deeply committed to empowering farmers and rural communities. Through this outreach program* we aim to provide easier access to credit* raise awareness about our digital lending solutions* and forge partnerships that strengthen the agricultural value chain.”
This ongoing initiative marks a significant step in bridging the gap between financial institutions and the agricultural sector* ensuring sustainable growth and economic progress for rural India.
For further details* visit www.pnbindia.in or contact your nearest PNB branch.
