New Delhi, March 12 -- The Indian Banks Association (IBA) organised the RRB Conclave 2026: Next-Gen Reforms for RRBs Challenges & Opportunities this week in New Delhi to deliberate on policy reforms and future strategies aimed at strengthening Regional Rural Banks (RRBs).

The one-day conclave, held under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, brought together chairpersons of RRBs, senior government officials and banking sector representatives to discuss opportunities, challenges and the roadmap for next-generation reforms in the sector.

Discussions focused on key themes including banking for emerging India, innovation in agricultural financing, digital and technology transformation, financia...