Officials of Arunachal Pradesh have urged banks operating in the Siang district to improve the flow of credit to key priority sectors such as agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, and small-scale industries. The appeal was made during a joint meeting of the District Consultative Committee (DCC) and District Level Review Committee (DLRC) held on Tuesday to assess the performance of banks and departments involved in development programmes.
The meeting, chaired by Deputy Commissioner Tayi Taggu, brought together senior representatives from the State Bank of India (SBI), Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank, ArSRLM, and various government departments including Agriculture, Horticulture, Fisheries, Water Resources, Urban Development, and Industries. The discussions centred around financial inclusion, credit flow to priority sectors, and the progress of flagship government schemes aimed at boosting rural livelihoods and local entrepreneurship.
DC Taggu emphasised that timely and transparent credit disbursement plays a crucial role in strengthening the local economy and generating employment opportunities. He urged banks to maintain closer coordination with government departments to ensure smooth delivery of services and financial support to beneficiaries. “When banks and departments work hand in hand, our farmers, entrepreneurs, and self-help groups gain the real benefit of these schemes,” he remarked.
The Deputy Commissioner also called upon all participating departments to submit updated and accurate data, which would help in more efficient monitoring and better planning of financial inclusion strategies in upcoming review meetings. This, he said, would ensure that government initiatives translate effectively into visible growth at the grassroots level.
