In an extraordinary feat, the cumulative count of Jan Dhan accounts in India has impressively surpassed 50 crore within a span of fewer than 9 years. This noteworthy accomplishment has engendered considerable shifts in the nation’s financial landscape, as articulated in an official communication from the finance ministry.
Of the collective Jan Dhan accounts, a heartening 56 percent are held by women, underscoring a remarkable leap towards fostering gender inclusivity within the financial realm.
A remarkable 67 percent of these accounts have been initiated in rural and semi-urban areas, spotlighting the far-reaching impact of the program and its constructive influence in less urbanized zones.
The collective deposits amassed within these Jan Dhan accounts have soared past ₹2.03 lakh crore, symbolizing a profound financial involvement and empowerment of a substantial segment of the populace.
On an average basis, each account under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) encompasses a balance of ₹4,076, indicative of a tangible effect on individuals’ savings habits and financial resilience.
An admirable statistic underscores that more than 5.5 crore Jan Dhan account holders are effectively harnessing the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism, ensuring seamless and direct access to government subsidies and assistance.
The initiative has additionally disseminated approximately 34 crore RuPay debit cards to Jan Dhan account holders, all without any charge. These cards bring along the added advantage of embedded accident insurance, providing coverage up to ₹2 lakh.
Jan Dhan accounts uniquely offer the benefit of a bank account without the obligation of maintaining a minimum balance, thus opening up banking avenues to a wider spectrum of individuals.
Each RuPay debit card is furnished with an accident insurance coverage of ₹2 lakh, amplifying the security and well-being aspects for the account holders.
The program introduces a valuable overdraft facility, extending up to ₹10,000, offering a safety net for unforeseen financial exigencies.
Unveiled on August 28, 2014, the National Mission on Financial Inclusion, commonly recognized as PMJDY, has marked a significant juncture. Since its inception, this initiative has successfully reshaped the financial landscape of the country, fostering enhanced accessibility, equity, and empowerment in financial services for millions of Indian citizens.