Kohima, April 6 (MExN): A one day financial literacy camp was held on March 28 at Jakhama and Viswema Village, organized by the Nagaland State Social Welfare Board (NSSWB), NMDFC, SRCW and PSK supported under FIF, NABARD.
Kennei Angu, Agriculture Officer, Vijaya Bank, Kohima speaking on the importance of banking gave a brief introduction about opening account in the banks, and the various benefits of having an account. She encouraged the participants to have an active account in order to avail the various schemes and bank loans. She pointed out where the general public is suffering by availing loans from individuals or societies with a high rate of interest, whereas the same can be availed from bank at a lower rate.
Angela Kemp, Business correspondent, Vijaya Bank, Kohima shared on the roles and responsibilities of a business correspondent. She also highlighted how the villagers can take advantages of the BCs and utilize then to the fullest for their convenience.
Asalie Alex Kruse, Project Manager, NSSWB, shared on the significance of Digital Payments. He emphasized on the concept of having a cashless transaction, which is more convenient and more reliable. He also shared how the world and technology has been changing and how they are affecting our daily lives.
Alex shared on Micro Finance and various schemes. He also introduced the Joint Liability Group (JLG) which is an initiative of NABARD, focused mainly to provide financial assistance to the farmers through Banks.
Keduokhonuo Cerina Belho, Women Helpline 181, shared on the Awareness of Women Helpline 181, One Stop Center-Sakhi and Childline 1098. The programmer was chaired by Asalie Alex Kruse. The camp also saw a very interactive session from where the participants were able to cleared most of their doubts. It concluded with vote of thanks proposed by Viko Khate, NSSWB.
