JAMMU, Oct 15: The Department of Commerce, Government College for Women (GCW), Bhagwati Nagar, in collaboration with Punjab National Bank (PNB), organised an awareness lecture on the PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme to familiarise students with the benefits, eligibility criteria and application procedure for availing educational loans under the scheme.
During the lecture, Arun Gupta Chief Manager and Rishabh Raina Marketing Officer from Punjab National Bank apprised students of the salient features of the scheme and highlighted its significance in facilitating access to higher education through financial assistance.
They elaborated on the eligibility requirements, loan benefits, interest-related provisions and application procedure.
The experts also interacted with students and addressed their queries regarding educational loans and financial support for pursuing higher studies.
Principal Dr. Shalini Sharma, in her address, appreciated the initiative undertaken by the Department of Commerce in collaboration with Punjab National Bank.
She emphasised the importance of financial literacy among students and encouraged them to remain informed about government initiatives that facilitate access to higher education.
She highlighted that awareness of such schemes enables students to make informed academic and career choices and pursue their aspirations without being unduly constrained by financial difficulties.
The programme served as an informative platform for students to understand the financial assistance available for higher education and the importance of making responsible financial decisions.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks given by Prof. Gagan Jyoti Head, Department of Commerce wherein she expressed sincere gratitude to the Principal for her encouragement and support, the experts from Punjab National Bank for sharing their valuable knowledge and guidance, and the faculty members and students for their active participation.
The collaboration was appreciated as a meaningful step towards promoting financial awareness and educational empowerment among students.