Panchkula: Punjab National Bank (PNB) hosted a two-day national workshop organised by the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, on October 15–16, 2026, at its Staff Training Centre in Panchkula, Haryana. The workshop focused on the implementation of the Government of India’s reservation policy across Public Sector Banks (PSBs), Public Sector Insurance Companies (PSICs), sectoral regulators and Public Financial Institutions (PFIs), with a particular emphasis on accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
The workshop aimed to strengthen institutional capacity and promote the consistent and effective implementation of reservation policies and welfare measures across the public financial services ecosystem.
Over 100 Delegates Participate in National Workshop
More than 100 delegates, including senior human resources officials and Chief Liaison Officers (CLOs), participated in the inaugural day’s proceedings. The workshop brought together representatives from major financial institutions and regulatory bodies to discuss policy implementation, institutional practices and measures to improve accessibility.
Participants represented key institutions, including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) and the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS).
Representatives from all 12 Public Sector Banks, seven Public Sector Insurance Companies and seven Public Sector Financial Institutions also attended the workshop, providing a platform for discussions and the exchange of institutional experiences.
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Discussions Focus on Reservation Policy Implementation
Expert sessions during the workshop examined the practical and operational aspects of implementing the Government of India’s reservation policy across public financial institutions. Discussions covered challenges faced at both institutional and ground levels, highlighting the need for consistent practices and effective implementation mechanisms.
The sessions also provided participants with an opportunity to discuss operational difficulties, share experiences and explore practical solutions to improve compliance with reservation policies and related welfare measures.
An interactive question-and-answer session followed the discussions, enabling delegates to raise specific concerns and identify actionable measures for more standardised implementation across the financial services ecosystem.
Emphasis on Accessibility and Institutional Preparedness
Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities remained an important focus of the workshop. The deliberations sought to strengthen institutional preparedness and encourage effective measures to support the implementation of reservation policies and welfare provisions across public sector banks, insurance companies, financial institutions and regulatory bodies.
By bringing together senior officials from across India’s public financial services ecosystem, the workshop provided a common platform to exchange knowledge, address implementation challenges and promote greater consistency in policy execution.
The initiative reflects the Department of Financial Services’ focus on strengthening the implementation of reservation policies and improving the delivery of welfare measures across public financial institutions.
About Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank (PNB) is one of India’s leading public sector banks, providing a wide range of banking and financial services to individuals, businesses and institutions. The bank operates across the country through its extensive branch and service network and supports the Government of India’s financial inclusion and development initiatives.
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