DIMAPUR : As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative for FY 2026–27, UCO Bank, Kohima Branch, handed over scooties to the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Kohima, on Wednesday.
The scooties were handed over in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Kohima, B. Henok Buchem, Resources Head, UCO Jorhat Headquarter, Acharya Sonowal, and officials of the district administration and UCO Bank at the DC’s Office Chamber.
Expressing gratitude, DC Buchem described the initiative as a first of its kind contribution to the office in terms of providing movable assets of direct utility. He acknowledged the efforts of the UCO Bank team in responding to the office’s requirement and said the contribution would greatly facilitate administrative and public service delivery, particularly for field related duties. He further expressed hope that the initiative would mark the beginning of a long term partnership between the district administration and UCO Bank, encouraging the bank to continue supporting the district. He added that the initiative could inspire other banks in other districts to undertake similar CSR activities for public benefit.
Speaking on the occasion, UCO Bank Branch Head, Kohima, Timothy, highlighted that UCO Bank, headquartered in Kolkata, has a presence across multiple states with nine branches in Nagaland, including two in Kohima. He noted that the bank is among the leading banks in the state in terms of business presence and is committed to expanding financial inclusion, particularly at the grassroots level.
He explained that CSR initiatives of the bank are guided by pillars such as community upliftment, financial inclusion, environmental sustainability and rural development, with 2% of the average net profit of the last three years allocated towards such activities.
He expressed hope that the partnership with the district administration would continue to grow stronger and contribute meaningfully to public welfare and development in the district.
