Mon Mar 23 15:30:28 UTC 2026: ### Headline: Karnataka Grameena Bank Awarded National Recognition for SHG-Bank Linkage

The Story:

The Karnataka Grameena Bank has been awarded the National Award for Outstanding Performance in SHG-Bank Linkage for the year 2024-25 by the Union Rural Development Ministry. Union Minister for Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan presented the award to the bank’s General Manager, V.M. Rukmini Devi, at the National Conference on Financial Literacy and Capacity Building and the 25th Central Level Coordination Committee (CLCC) Meeting, held recently in Hyderabad. This recognition highlights the bank’s exceptional contribution to connecting Self-Help Groups (SHGs) with banking services.

Key Points:

  • Karnataka Grameena Bank received the National Award for Outstanding Performance in SHG-Bank Linkage.
  • The award is for the year 2024-25.
  • The Union Rural Development Ministry presented the award.
  • Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister for Rural Development, presented the award to V.M. Rukmini Devi, General Manager of the bank.
  • The award ceremony took place at the National Conference on Financial Literacy and Capacity Building and the 25th CLCC Meeting in Hyderabad.

Key Takeaways:

  • The award signifies Karnataka Grameena Bank’s success in facilitating financial inclusion through SHG-Bank linkages.
  • The Union Rural Development Ministry recognizes and promotes effective SHG-Bank linkage programs.
  • The National Conference on Financial Literacy and Capacity Building and CLCC Meeting serve as platforms to acknowledge and encourage such initiatives.

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