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Chandigarh, Nov.05, 2026:-State Bank of India organised an awareness seminar under the Nationwide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 5.0, being conducted from 1st November to 30th November 2026, with a special focus on promoting Face Authentication Technology among pensioners.
The seminar witnessed enthusiastic participation from more than 150 pensioners from Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali. During the programme, pensioners were educated about the benefits and procedure of generating Digital Life Certificates (DLCs) through Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Technology. Digital Life Certificates of participating pensioners were also successfully updated with the assistance of bank officials.
The initiative aims to make the annual Life Certificate submission process simple, convenient and accessible, particularly for senior citizens and pensioners who may face difficulties visiting bank branches. Through the Jeevan Pramaan facility, pensioners can submit their Life Certificates digitally using a compatible smartphone without requiring a separate biometric device.
The programme was graced by Amaresh Kumar Jha, Chief General Manager (CGM); Nitin Joshi, Deputy General Manager (D&TB); Vinit Kumar, Regional Manager, RBO-4, Chandigarh; and Ms. Neha Parashar, AGM. The programme was also supported by Ms. Kanika Vij, Branch Manager, and Ravindra Kumar, Chief Manager.
Addressing the gathering Amaresh Kumar Jha, CGM, highlighted the importance of Digital Life Certificates and emphasised the role of technology in making pension-related services more convenient and accessible for senior citizens. He encouraged pensioners to adopt digital facilities and avail themselves of the benefits of Face Authentication Technology.
Nitin Joshi, DGM (D&TB), explained the need and importance of timely submission of Digital Life Certificates. He elaborated on the ease and convenience offered by Face Authentication Technology, which enables pensioners to complete the Life Certificate process digitally without visiting the bank branch.
The officials also informed the gathering that SBI provides Doorstep Banking facilities for senior citizens who are unable to visit bank branches due to age or mobility-related difficulties. Through this facility, eligible senior citizens can avail of assistance for Digital Life Certificate submission as well as other banking requirements at their doorstep, subject to applicable service guidelines.
The enthusiastic participation of pensioners from the three neighbouring cities and the successful updating of their Digital Life Certificates made the seminar a significant step towards promoting digital inclusion and ease of living among senior citizens.
Through this initiative, State Bank of India reaffirmed its commitment to serving pensioners with care, convenience and dignity.
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