Kundapur, August 22, 2025 – Canara Bank’s Gangolli branch conducted an awareness and loan disbursement program for fishermen on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Gangolli Gram Panchayat hall. The initiative, aimed at supporting fishermen in purchasing motors, nets, and other equipment, highlighted loan facilities available through government schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMSY) and Kisan Credit Card (KCC), offering loans starting at ₹50,000 at zero interest. Additionally, financial assistance for self-employment through self-help groups under the Stree Shakti Yojana was emphasized.

T.A.S. Poornananda, Assistant General Manager of Canara Bank’s Udupi Circle Office, addressed the gathering, detailing the bank’s commitment to supporting fishermen. “Through schemes like PMSY and KCC, we are providing accessible financial aid to help fishermen procure essential equipment,” he said. Pabitra Kumardas, Deputy General Manager of the Udupi Circle Office, disbursed loans to eligible beneficiaries and urged them to leverage these facilities to achieve progress in their livelihoods.

The event was presided over by Gangolli Gram Panchayat President Jayanti Kharvi. Vice President Tabrez, PDO Shobha, Canara Bank Gangolli branch Senior Manager Vasu Devadiga, Gujjadi branch Manager Aarati Patil, and Maravanthe branch Manager Ambedkar Chaitanya were present. Fisheries Department Deputy Director Sanjeev Arakeri delivered introductory remarks, while Assistant Manager Manjunath R.R. welcomed attendees and anchored the program. Gram Panchayat staff member Narayana Shyanubhag concluded with a vote of thanks.