On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 10th anniversary of the Jan Dhan Yojana, praising the scheme’s success and its significant role in advancing financial inclusion. He expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to the scheme’s achievements.
In a statement on X, PM Modi said, “Today is a historic day for the country. On the 10th anniversary of Jan Dhan, I extend my best wishes to all the beneficiaries and my gratitude to those who made this scheme successful.” He highlighted how Jan Dhan Yojana has empowered millions, especially the poor, by providing opportunities for a dignified life.
The Prime Minister emphasized that Jan Dhan Yojana has been key in promoting financial inclusion for women, youth, and marginalized communities. Launched on August 28, 2014, the scheme aims to provide universal access to banking services, financial literacy, credit, insurance, and pension facilities.
Currently, there are 53.13 crore Jan Dhan accounts across the country, with total deposits reaching approximately 2.3 trillion rupees. About 80 percent of these accounts are active. The government also uses the scheme to transfer funds to 11 crore farmers, further underscoring its impact on financial inclusion.