Context:
In January 2026, Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB) became the first Regional Rural Bank (RRB) in India to introduce India’s first fully solar-powered mobile ATM van, named “TGB on Wheels”.
About ‘TGB on Wheels’
Background
- The ATM van initiative was formally inaugurated in July 2023 by Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister of Finance, during her visit to Tripura.
Services Offered
- Mobile ATM and basic banking services
- Uninterrupted operations using solar power
- Effective in remote and power-deficient rural areas
Sustainability Aspect
- Fully solar-powered, reducing carbon footprint
- Aligns banking outreach with green and climate-resilient practices
Recognition
- TGB received the SKOCH Silver Award for excellence in governance and innovation, recognising the impact of this initiative.
