Bank of Baroda Reaches Over 348,000 Farmers Nationwide Through the
7th Edition of the ‘Baroda Kisan Pakhwada’
The Bank sanctioned agri loans of more than Rs 3,300 crore during the Baroda Kisan Pakhwada
Mumbai, January
23rd, 2025: Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s
leading public sector banks, concluded the 7th
edition of its flagship rural outreach programme, ‘Baroda Kisan Pakhwada’ on
a high note. Through the fortnight-long initiative, the Bank connected with over
348,000 farmers across the country and cumulatively sanctioned agri loans of
over Rs 3,300 crore. Through a combination of mega kisan melas, choupals, health
camps and other drives, the Bank showcased its strong ties with the
agricultural community.
As a part of the Baroda Kisan Pakhwada programme, Bank of Baroda organised outreach events across its 22 zones and 119 regions pan-India, with the 'Baroda Kisan Rath' travelling across the country to raise awareness and to share information on the Bank's agriculture lending products & services as well as Government initiatives, such as lending schemes under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Package, micro insurance, social security schemes etc. The Bank also felicitated progressive farmers, entrepreneurs and customers for their contributions to the sector.
This year’s theme focused on leveraging technology to empower Indian farmers and the Bank introduced two digital initiatives - the Digital Baroda Kisan Credit Card (BKCC) and Digital Gold Loan to facilitate seamless access of credit to farmers.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Lal Singh, Executive Director, Bank of Baroda said, “The success of Baroda Kisan Pakhwada underlines our unwavering commitment to India’s agriculture community. Through our digital initiatives like Digital BKCC and Digital Gold Loan, our aim is to simplify access to credit, making banking services more accessible and convenient for farmers. Through the Baroda Kisan Pakhwada, we have helped create a strong awareness on the range of offerings available with the Bank, thus empowering farmers to take advantage of financial schemes that will fuel their growth.”
Bank of Baroda’s lending to the agriculture sector stands at Rs 144,508 crore as on September 30, 2024, recording a 10.6% year-on-year growth.
To apply for Digital Baroda Kisan Credit Card in Do it Yourself (DIY) mode and avail credit, customers can visit - https://dil2.bankofbaroda.co.in/kl.
To apply for Digital Gold Loan, customers can visit - https://dil2.bankofbaroda.co.in/gl/gl/home#!.
To apply for an Agri Loan from Bank of Baroda, customers can visit
– https://bit.ly/AGRILoans.
About Bank of Baroda
Founded on 20th July, 1908 by
Sir Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, Bank of Baroda is one of the leading
commercial banks in India. At 63.97% stake, it is majorly owned by the
Government of India. The Bank serves its global customer base of ~165 million
through over 70,000 touch points spread across 17 countries in five continents
and through its various digital banking platforms, which provide all banking
products and services in a seamless and hassle-free manner. The Bank’s vision matches the aspirations
of its diverse clientele base and seeks to instil a sense of trust and security
in all their dealings with the Bank.
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