New Delhi: Prerna, a CSR initiative of Punjab National Bank (PNB), is contributing to the empowerment of lesser mortals. Its collaborative approach has made a pivotal contribution in the field of education, skill development, women empowerment and livelihood programs and healthcare. CSR is an integral part of overall PNB Corporate Business strategy. The bank has been proactively catering to the needs and aspirations of the underprivileged section of society.

With the amalgamation of Punjab National Bank, United Bank of India and Oriental Bank of Commerce, PNB has become the second largest nationalized bank of the country -- both in terms of business and branch network. The synergy from the amalgamation has created a globally competitive, next generation bank, PNB 2.0.

The amalgamated bank has a wider geographical reach through 11,000 plus branches, more than 13,000 ATMs, one lakh employees and a business mix of over Rs 18 lakh crore. In order to smoothen the customer transition, the Bank has appointed Bank Saathi at all branches and zones, head office of all three banks, which will address customer concerns and assist them in choosing the right products and services. /BI/