By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Monday, February 2, 2026
Agartala: In a major push towards strengthening the rural and semi-urban financial ecosystem of the state, a day-long awareness program on Financial Inclusion, PM’s Flagship Schemes, and Cyber Crime Prevention was organized today at the Muktdhara Auditorium. The initiative was jointly spearheaded by the West Tripura District Administration and the Directorate of Institutional Finance, Government of Tripura.
The event served a dual purpose: educating the public on safeguarding their digital wealth and recognizing the frontline workers who drive the state’s small savings mission.
Focus on PM’s Flagship Schemes & Cyber Safety
The technical sessions of the program focused on the effective implementation of central schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), Suraksha Bima Yojana, and Atal Pension Yojana. Expert speakers highlighted how these schemes provide a safety net for the marginalized sections of society.
Parallelly, a significant portion of the seminar was dedicated to the rising threat of Cyber Crime. Officials provided practical tips on identifying phishing calls, avoiding fraudulent links, and the importance of using the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (1930).
Honoring the Pillars of Small Savings
The highlight of the ceremony was the felicitation of the best-performing agents under the Standardised Agency System (SAS) and the Mahila Pradhan Kshetriya Bachat Yojana (MPKBY). These agents were honored for their exceptional contribution to mobilizing small savings and promoting financial literacy among the masses in West Tripura.
Dignitaries Speak
Addressing the gathering as the Chief Guest, the Sabhadhipati of West Tripura Zilla Parishad, Biswajit Shil, emphasized that financial literacy is the key to true empowerment. “Our goal is to ensure that every household in West Tripura is not only connected to a bank but is also safe from the growing menace of cyber fraudsters,” he stated.
Rakhi Biswas (IAS), Director of Institutional Finance and Small Savings, delivered the welcome address. She noted that the state’s small savings schemes remain one of the most trusted investment avenues for the common people and praised the SAS and MPKBY agents for acting as the bridge between the government and the depositors.
Other prominent officials from the District Administration and lead banks were also present, contributing to the discussions on streamlining institutional finance in the state.
