Global Inclusive Finance Summit

GIF Summit contributes to creation of an enabling ecosystem for effective & efficient access to financial services at the last mile
🗓️13-14 Jan'26📍Hotel Ashok

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2 days. Global voices. One mission: Accessible finance for all

The Global Inclusive Finance Summit 2025 moved ideas into action — from AI finance to gender inclusion to DPI.

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We are delighted to announce the 23rd edition of the Global Inclusive Finance Summit – 16th and 17th December, 2026 at Hotel Ashok, New Delhi.

For more details, visit the Global Inclusive Finance website:
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Missed the 22nd Global Inclusive Finance Summit 2025?
All sessions from the two-day event are now available on our official YouTube channel.

Catch up on key discussions shaping the future of inclusive finance-https://t.co/uf7xPsoMQ0

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Launching the Inclusive Finance India Report 2025
India’s financial inclusion journey is at a defining moment. The report examines what’s working, what’s not, and whether India’s inclusion model can deliver long-term resilience—not just access. Read here: https://t.co/XmWpPpOedo

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The 22nd Global Inclusive Finance Summit wrapped up after two impactful days with 25 sessions and 85+ speakers. From access to resilience, the Summit reflected India’s evolving inclusion journey and its growing global relevance. #GlobalInclusiveFinanceSummit2025

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The #GlobalInclusiveFinanceSummit2025 concluded with a thoughtful valedictory session featuring reflections by Smita Premchander, a valedictory address by Shri Goverdhan S. Rawat, and a vote of thanks by Sudipto Saha, marking a meaningful close to the Summit.

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PLENARY 8: Fireside Chat – The Role of Rural Financial Institutions in Advancing Financial Inclusion highlighted how NABARD, PACS & RRBs remain rooted in trust & local presence, while adapting through technology & governance to serve rural India.
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This plenary session – Bridging Vision and Scale-Unlocking Financial Inclusion for Every Woman highlighted collateral barriers, access to finance, trust gaps, and the role of MSMEs and government support for women.

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TECHNICAL SESSION 15: Bridging the Gap: Financing Affordable Housing in India

The discussion called for a shift in credit culture using tech & ML to assess real affordability for EWS & LIG households.

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TECHNICAL SESSION 14: Responsible Finance in India: Strengthening Underwriting & Customer Protection for Inclusive Growth at #GIFS2025 focused on building trust as inclusion scales. The session covered AI-led underwriting & safeguards for low-income borrowers.

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TECHNICAL SESSION 13: Universal Basic Income (UBI) – Strengthening Social Protection and Reducing Poverty. Experts discussed gaps in women’s workforce participation, household decision-making power, and MSME creditworthiness.

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TECHNICAL SESSION 12: Building Trust at Scale: Fraud Prevention in Digital Payments highlighted the responsibility of institutions in strengthening digital and financial literacy, building customer trust, and addressing rising fraud risks.
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Expanding the safety net for marginalized communities was the focus at #GIFS2025. Technical Session 11 explored how microinsurance, digital and parametric products, and cross-sector partnerships can build resilience—while balancing innovation with strong consumer protection.

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TECHNICAL SESSION 10: Empowering Women, Digitizing Access: The Role of Women Banking Agents in India’s Financial Ecosystem highlighted how women agents build trust & confidence at the last mile, unpacking the challenges they face.
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As financial institutions scale across emerging markets, borrower protection is becoming foundational. At #GIFS2025, Technical Session 9 explored how affordability checks, transparency, and responsible finance practices can prevent over-indebtedness and build long-term trust.

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Decentralised Renewable Energy tech is reshaping rural livelihoods. At #GIFS2025, Technical Session 8 explored how DRE solutions can support women-led agri enterprises and small farmers, and how finance can be better designed to unlock sustainable rural incomes at scale.

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Technical Session 7 at #GIFS2025 marked 50 years of the Regional Rural Banks movement in India, reflecting on their role in empowering rural communities, artisans, & micro-enterprises. The discussion explored lessons & the path ahead toward rural prosperity & Viksit Bharat 2047.

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Global lessons on Digital Public Infrastructure took centre stage at #GIFS2025. Technical Session 5 reflected on how DPI experiments are shaping inclusive finance, addressing challenges around data privacy and digital exclusion.

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Day 2 of #GIFS2025 opened with Technical Session 4, focusing on how advanced technologies, fintech innovation, and thoughtful regulation can come together to expand meaningful financial inclusion for underserved communities.

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Celebrating institutions and individuals shaping the future of financial inclusion. Congratulations to the Inclusive Finance India Awards 2025 winners, presented in collaboration with HSBC, recognising excellence across microfinance, fintech, MSME lending and housing finance.