Banks urged to expand digital infrastructure to boost last mile financial access

Published on 6 May 2026

The push targets deeper reach beyond bank branches

Financial services secretary M Nagaraju reviewed progress on financial inclusion schemes with public sector and major private banks, urging them to expand digital infrastructure for stronger last-mile reach. The focus is to improve access for underserved communities, moving services beyond physical branch networks by widening connectivity and adoption of digital financial tools.

M Nagaraju reviewed inclusion progress with PSBs and private banks
Banks are being urged to expand digital infrastructure
The goal is stronger last mile financial access
Efforts aim to widen reach beyond traditional branches

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Banks urged to expand digital infrastructure to boost last mile financial access

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