The Union Bank of India provided financial aid, sewing machines, water coolers and consultation to women Self-Help Groups in Raipur under corporate social responsibility.
The bank's Executive Director, Pankaj Dwivedi, on Wednesday underlined the need for steps to increase women's empowerment and provide employment opportunities.
Regional Head Anuj Kumar Singh spoke about loans available at affordable interest rates for women entrepreneurs under the Union Nari Shakti and Ab Nari Ki Bari schemes.