HDFC bank 1st private bank with branch in Lakshadweep

HDFC Bank opened a branch at Kavaratti Island in Lakshadweep, making it the only private sector bank to have a branch in the Union Territory.

This branch is aimed at upgrading the banking infrastructure in the Union Territory by offering a wide range of services with a focus on personal banking, and digital banking which also includes customised digital solutions including QR-based transaction to retailers.

HDFC Bank has branches in the cold climes of Kashmir, the southern tip of Kanyakumari and now the island of Lakshadweep – a prominent tourist place.

“This reaffirms our commitment to serving customers wherever they in an extremely convenient fashion,” said S Sampathkumar, Group Head- Retail Branch Banking, HDFC Bank.