The first Mobile Banking facility in Assam was inaugurated in Diphu on 21st July,2007. LANGPI DEHANGI RURAL BANK which is mostly in Karimganj and North Cachar Hills District is introducing it in Assam. It was inaugurated by famous personalities like Dr. M.K. Nayak (Deputy general manager,SBI), Mr. B.K. Phukan (DIF, sectional officer), Mr. K.C. Behra, Mr. G.K. Sarmah and Mr. N.K. Hazarika. This is indeed good news for the people of Assam and should pave the way for many such initiatives.
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It is indeed another giant leap for the people of Assam to avail such modern facility which will enhance them the standard of Banking and bringing them into the pace of modern living!
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