NABARD [National Bank for Agriculture

and Rural Development]

Presentation By:
Elaine Xavier
Navyashree.R
2nd Sem M.com
National Bank for Agriculture
and Rural Development

● NABARD

● INTRODUCTION:

● NABARD was established on 12th July 1982

● Headquarter- Mumbai
● NABARD is set up as apex development bank
● It has all the mandate to support integrated and sustainable rural development
and secure prosperity of rural areas.
 History
1979 The committee of Mr . B. Sivaraman
recommended the establishment of NABARD
on 28,
1981 Introduction of the National Bank for
Agriculture and Rural Development Bill in the
Parliament.
1982 NABARD was officially established as an
Apex Bank.
1982-1983 NABARD began its operations
1982-2000 Supported various rural development
initiatives
2000s NABARD's role expanded
 Key Features of NABARD
1. Agricultural and Rural Financing: NABARD provides financial assistance to various
institutions involved in rural and agricultural development, including farmers, rural banks,
cooperatives, and other allied sectors.

2. Rural Infrastructure Development: NABARD supports the creation and strengthening

of rural infrastructure by financing projects related to roads, bridges, irrigation, rural electrification,
water supply, and sanitation.

3. Promotion of Agriculture and Rural Innovation : NABARD promotes innovative

agricultural practices and technologies by funding research and development projects, introducing
modern farming techniques, and facilitating technology transfer to rural areas.

4. Microfinance and Financial Inclusion : NABARD supports self-help groups (SHGs),

microfinance institutions, and cooperatives to provide credit and financial services to marginalized
communities.

5. Institutional Development: NABARD provides training and technical assistance to

enhance their efficiency and effectiveness.
6. Rural Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development: NABARD encourages rural
entrepreneurship by offering financial assistance and guidance to individuals and groups
looking to start agribusinesses or rural enterprises.

7. Promotion of Sustainable Agriculture: NABARD supports projects and initiatives that

promote sustainable agricultural practices, organic farming, agroforestry, and natural
resource management to ensure long-term environmental and economic sustainability.

8. Rural Development Research and Consultancy: NABARD conducts research and

analysis on various aspects of rural development and agriculture. It also provides
consultancy services to governments, organizations, and agencies working in the rural
sector.

9. Supervisory Role: NABARD supervises and regulates cooperative banks and regional
rural banks to ensure their financial stability and compliance with regulations.

10. International Cooperation: NABARD collaborates with international organizations and

development agencies to share knowledge, best practices, and resources related to rural and
agricultural development.
 Role of NABARD

01 Agricultural and Natural Resource 04

Rural Financing

02
Management

Rural Infrastructure Regulatory 05

Development Functions

03 Promotion of Collaboration and 06

Sustainable Partnerships
Agriculture
 Schemes and Programmes
Women
Kisan Credit Development
Card scheme Cell

SHGs-Bank Watershed
Linkage Development
Programme Fund

Rural
Farmers Club Infrastructure
Scheme Development Fund
Thankyou