ESAF Small Finance Bank bagged the Inclusive Finance India Award 2022 in the category of Financial Inclusion by a Small Finance Bank, at the 19th Inclusive Finance India Summit held in New Delhi.
Since its inception, financial inclusion has been at the heart of the Bank's operations. ESAF Small Finance Bank is well on its way to becoming the country's leading social bank in the fight against financial prejudice. This accolade serves as a recognition of the Bank's tireless efforts to include the underserved and underprivileged in the financial system. The jury members praised the financial inclusion programmes of the Bank such as the Local Sustainable Economic Development Project, Balajyothi, Vayojyothi, etc. Additionally, they stated that each of these programmes is distinct and has a distinct objective, allowing individuals from various social groups to access the formal banking system.