Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently marked the ten-year anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), launched in 2014 to enhance financial inclusion. The scheme provides affordable financial services, including savings accounts, remittances, credit, insurance, and pensions. As of August 14, 2024, the PMJDY has over 53.1 crore accounts with deposits surpassing ₹2.3 lakh crore. Notably, nearly 30 crore of these accounts are held by women, showcasing the scheme’s significant impact on empowering marginalized communities.
