The number of Jan Dhan accounts has surpassed 50 crores, winning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appreciation.
According to an official release, this achievement demonstrates the government’s commitment to making banking services available to everybody. Prime Minister Modi expressed his joy at this achievement and emphasized the importance of women’s empowerment in it.
“This is a significant milestone. It is heartening to see that more than half of these accounts belong to our Nari Shakti,” he said. The term “Nari Shakti” refers to the collective power and strength of women.
In his tweet, PM Modi further emphasized the broad reach of financial inclusion efforts, stating, “With 67% of accounts opened in rural and semi-urban areas, we are also ensuring that the benefits of financial inclusion reach every corner of our nation.”