The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officially launched the tenth edition of Financial Literacy Week (FLW) 2025 on February 24, with the theme "Financial Literacy: Women's Prosperity." The week-long initiative will run until February 28, 2025, and aims to empower women by enhancing their financial awareness and decision-making skills.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra inaugurated the ceremony, emphasizing the important role women play in driving inclusive economic growth. He urged banks and financial institutions to utilize all available resources to promote financial literacy, particularly among women, who are often underrepresented when it Comes to financial participation.
"We must empower women to be key drivers of our economy and enable them to make informed financial decisions," said Malhotra. He highlighted the need for concerted efforts from banks to share information and conduct awareness programs aimed at enhancing financial literacy among women.
Similar sentiments echoed during the inauguration ceremony held in Jammu, where Shri Chandeshekhar Azad, Regional Director, RBI, and other dignitaries took part. This regional event reiterated the objective of the Financial Literacy Week to promote awareness of financial topics across different segments of the population.
This year's initiatives will cover significant subjects such as risk diversification, responsible borrowing, maintaining good credit scores, and household budgeting, with special emphasis on women, including homemakers and entrepreneurs. The RBI plans to implement multimedia campaigns, reach out with targeted information, and encourage hands-on learning sessions.
The involvement of various stakeholders—including banks, local financial institutions, and educational organizations—underscores the RBI’s commitment to financial inclusion and highlights the fundamental shift toward gender equality within the financial sector. Through collaborative outreach efforts, the RBI aims not only to propagate knowledge about financial products and services but also to nurture financial empowerment and independence among women.
Throughout FLW 2025, programs will be conducted nationwide, including workshops, seminars, and community engagement activities, all focused on enriching the financial literacy of women. The goal is not just awareness but also practical training on how to manage finances, thereby fostering responsible behavior and skills needed for economic participation.
The initiative reflects the RBI's broader goals to promote financial literacy as part of its continuous drive for inclusion across India. Following the conclusion of the week, the plans to maintain these awareness and educational programs will continue, aspiring to create long-lasting impacts far beyond the events themselves.
The RBI's FLW initiative, started annually since 2016, emphasizes thematic awareness related to financial literacy, making each edition unique and impactful. By focusing primarily on women's financial issues this year, the institution highlights its dedication to addressing the challenges faced by women and ensuring equal access to financial opportunities.
Both articles dedicated to the FLW 2025 showcased the enthusiasm of the attendees and the commitment of the RBI to enhancing financial literacy nationwide. With the unique theme of women's prosperity at the forefront this year, the Reserve Bank is poised to make significant strides in supporting women's economic empowerment through knowledge and education.