Astha Women Bank – asthawomenbank

Astha Mahila Nagrik Sahakari Bank Maryadit

Astha Mahila Nagrik Sahakari Bank Maryadit was established in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh and was granted a banking license by the Reserve Bank of India on 25 September 1996. The Bank operates as a cooperative financial institution dedicated to promoting financial inclusion, with a strategic focus on supporting women-owned and women-led enterprises, defined as businesses with at least 51% ownership by women.

The Bank provides a comprehensive range of banking and financial services to individuals, small businesses, and institutions. Through responsible lending, savings mobilisation, and financial literacy initiatives, Astha Mahila Bank plays an active role in strengthening entrepreneurship, improving household financial security, and contributing to sustainable economic development.

Established

1996

RBI License

25 September 1996

Head Office

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Our Mission

The mission of Astha Mahila Nagrik Sahakari Bank Maryadit is to enhance the economic and social status of women, particularly those belonging to underserved and economically weaker sections of society. The Bank pursues this objective by delivering an integrated model of financial and developmental services.

Its programmes are designed to support women through access to credit, promotion of education and health awareness, strengthening of property and legal rights, leadership development, and the adoption of appropriate technology, thereby enabling long-term financial independence and improved quality of life.