Fri Oct 25 12:39:18 UTC 2024: HDFC Bank conducted a two-day Public Awareness Campaign (PAC) in Telangana to promote the acceptance of Rs10 coins and clarify their legal validity. This initiative, aligned with the Reserve Bank of India, involved 430 branches and 542 business correspondents across 33 districts. The campaign successfully facilitated the distribution and exchange of Rs10 coins worth a total of Rs10.96 lakhs. Over the past year, Rs16.90 lakhs of Rs10 coins have been distributed in Telangana.
To educate the public, HDFC Bank utilized various methods such as posters, banners, pamphlets, live displays on digital screens, and announcements at marketplaces. The campaign benefited various customer groups, including retailers, traders, and small businesses, ensuring they had access to necessary change for transactions.
HDFC Bank’s Executive Vice President and Regional Head, Sri Venkatesh Challawar, expressed gratitude for the initiative’s success and emphasized the importance of reinforcing the use of coins in everyday transactions, thanking the RBI for their support.
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