1. Bihar Rajya Jeevika Nidhi Saakh Sahkari Sangh Launched by PM Modi
- PM Modi inaugurated Bihar Rajya Jeevika Nidhi Saakh Sahkari Sangh Limited on 2 September 2025 by video conferencing.
- Rs 105 crore was transferred to the institution's bank account at the launch.
- It targets about 20 lakh women in cluster-level federations tied to Jeevika self-help groups.
- Microfinance institutions charge 18% to 24% interest; the new body aims to offer cheaper credit.
- It runs on a fully digital platform, with 12,000 community cadres equipped with tablets.