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Key Points

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Total accounts: 59.09 crore (≈590 million).

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Total deposits: ₹3.17 lakh crore.

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Free debit cards issued: 41.29 crore (≈410 million).

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Women account holders: 55.7%.

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Accounts in rural/semi‑urban areas: 77.8%.

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Each card includes ₹2 lakh accident insurance and up to ₹10,000 overdraft.

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Summary

After twelve years, more than 590 million accounts have been created, holding about 3.17 lakh crore rupees in deposits.

The program has issued over 410 million free debit cards and provides accident insurance and small overdraft facilities.

Women hold about 56% of the accounts and the majority are located in rural and semi‑urban regions, improving financial access for the poorest.

Through the Jan Dhan–Aadhaar–Mobile system, government benefits are transferred directly to these accounts, reducing delays and middlemen.

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New Words to Learn

5 words
overdraft
a short‑term loan that lets you spend a little more than what is in your account
benefits
money or help given by the government
digital transaction
using electronic devices to move money
empowerment
giving people the ability to control their own lives
inclusion
making sure everyone can take part
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