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Tripura Gramin Bank Introduces India’s First Solar-Powered ATM Van

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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.
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