RBI Launches Mission SAKSHAM for Cooperative Banks, Special Training Program for Staff and Boards

In a major push to strengthen India’s banking system, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced Mission SAKSHAM, a nationwide capacity-building program designed for Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs). The initiative focuses on upgrading skills, improving governance, and preparing cooperative banks to meet modern banking challenges.

What is Mission SAKSHAM?

Mission SAKSHAM, which stands for Cooperative Bank Capacity Building , is a large-scale training and development program aimed at enhancing the capabilities of nearly 1.4 lakh banking professionals across the country.
The program will cover:

• Board members
• Senior management teams
• Employees in risk management
• Compliance officers
• Audit professionals
• IT staff

By targeting every critical level of operations, the RBI aims to build stronger, smarter, and more efficient cooperative banks.

Flexible Training Across India

To ensure maximum participation, training will be delivered through both online and offline modes. This hybrid approach makes learning accessible to employees regardless of location.