Assam Gramin Vikash Bank Unions Celebrate 89th Birth Anniversary of Dilip Kumar Mukherjee

The proud celebration of the 89th Birth Anniversary of Dilip Kumar Mukherjee was celebrated on September 7th, 2025 in Assam Gramin Vikash Bank (AGVB). He was the legendary leader who founded the All India Regional Rural Bank Employees Association (AIRRBEA) that led to the trade union movement in RRBs. He was the founder of the trade union movement in RRBs and fought tirelessly to secure equal rights for rural bank employees across the country. Continuing the tradition, the “Dilip Kumar Mukherjee Memorial Lecture” was organised to honor his invaluable legacy.

This year, Rana Mitra, General Secretary of the All India NABARD Employees Association (AINBEA), delivered the keynote lecture on the theme “Role of Regional Rural Banks in Inclusive Economic Growth and Challenges Ahead.” His address provided deep insights into the critical role of RRBs in strengthening India’s rural economy and the hurdles that lie ahead in ensuring financial inclusion.

Image: GS, AINBEA, Rana Mitra addressing the members. 

As part of the celebrations, meritorious students and children of the Assam Gramin Vikash Bank family were felicitated for securing over 75% marks in the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) and Higher Secondary (HS) examinations, along with those who excelled in other fields of achievement.

Image: Student getting felicitated. 

The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from officers, employees, retired staff of the bank, and members from fraternal unions, making the occasion both inspiring and memorable.

Since 2018, the Assam Gramin Vikash Bank Employees’ Association (AGVBEA) and the Assam Gramin Vikash Bank Officers’ Association (AGVBOA) have been observing the birth anniversary of Dada Dilip Kumar Mukherjee with this memorial lecture, aimed at acquainting young RRB employees with his ideology, struggles, and contributions to the trade union movement.

Image: Members attending the event.

This year’s programme drew nearly 200 participants, reflecting the continuing relevance of his life and message in today’s banking sector.