The initiatives aim to promote inclusive livelihoods, rural development, heritage preservation and Hindi literature, with a special focus on creating economic opportunities for persons with disabilities.
The State Bank of India (SBI), through its CSR arm, SBI Foundation, has launched several community development initiatives across Uttar Pradesh to promote social inclusion, sustainable livelihoods, rural development and cultural heritage.
The initiatives were inaugurated by Ashwini Kumar Tewari, Managing Director (Corporate Banking & Subsidiaries), SBI, at the bank’s Local Head Office in Lucknow. Dipesh Raj, Chief General Manager, SBI LHO Lucknow, and other officials were also present.
One of the key highlights was the release of a book documenting development work in Rudha village of Sitapur district under the SBI Sammaan – Homage to the National Heroes initiative. The programme honours Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey, a Kargil War hero and Paramount Vir Chakra awardee, by supporting development activities in his native village.
The Foundation also launched Samarpan, a collection of literary works by winners of the Nirala Chhatra Sahitya Sammaan 2026. The award encourages young writers and promotes Hindi literature while celebrating the legacy of poet Suryakant Tripathi ‘Nirala’. The winning students were felicitated during the event.
Another book highlighting Anganwadi development work in Gorakhpur district was released under the SBI Harshoday programme.
To support economic independence among persons with disabilities (PwDs), SBI introduced ‘Livelihood on Wheels’, which will provide vehicles to selected beneficiaries to help them build sustainable livelihoods.
The event also recognised young people who secured jobs in armed police forces after receiving training at youth centres established under SBI Sammaan and Gram Seva projects.
Addressing the gathering, Tewari said Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey’s courage and sacrifice during the 1999 Kargil War continued to inspire generations. He added that SBI Sammaan honours national heroes by developing their native villages and connecting young people with their roots and values.
Dipesh Raj highlighted the Foundation’s work in heritage preservation, community development and inclusive livelihoods. SBI Foundation President and COO Pratyush Mehrotra also reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development across Uttar Pradesh.The event brought together beneficiaries, students, partner organisations and SBI officials, highlighting the bank’s efforts to create lasting social impact through community-led development.
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