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 August 19.
The scooties were formally handed over in the presence of Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, B Henok Buchem, NCS, Resources Head, UCO Jorhat Headquarter, Acharya Sonowal and officials of District Administration and UCO Bank at the DC’s Office Chamber.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner B. Henok Buchem, NCS, expressed gratitude to UCO Bank for the CSR initiative, describing it as a first-of-its-kind contribution to the office in terms of providing movable assets of direct utility.
The Deputy Commissioner particularly acknowledged the efforts of the UCO Bank team in responding to the office’s requirement. He said the contribution would greatly facilitate administrative and public service delivery, particularly for field-related duties.
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Buchem further expressed hope that the initiative would mark the beginning of a long-term partnership between the district administration and UCO Bank. He encouraged the bank to continue supporting the district wherever possible and said that the initiative could inspire other banks in other districts to undertake similar CSR activities for the benefit of the public.
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 also explained that CSR initiatives of the bank are guided by key pillars such as community upliftment, financial inclusion, environmental sustainability, and rural development, with 2% of the average net profit of the last three years being allocated towards such activities.
He expressed hope that the partnership with the district administration would continue to grow stronger in the future and contribute meaningfully to public welfare and development in the district.
