Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar joined the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Nyayamittra Cooperative Bank Ltd., marking 25 years since its inauguration in 1999. The event, held at the Tulajabhavani Temple premises in Hubli, drew community leaders, bank officials, and hundreds of well-wishers.
Nyayamittra Cooperative Bank Silver Jubilee Celebrations
Shivakumar recalled inaugurating the bank on 25 October 1999 alongside then Chief Minister S. M. Krishna. “It is a matter of joy to once again take part in its Silver Jubilee program after 25 years,” he said. The Deputy CM praised the bank for providing low-interest loans and serving people in a transparent, community-friendly manner.
The celebrations highlighted the bank’s growth from a modest cooperative to a trusted financial institution. Over the years, Nyayamittra Cooperative Bank has supported thousands of small traders, farmers, and families with affordable credit. Leaders emphasized that the bank’s people-first approach has been its biggest strength.
Shivakumar tweeted in Kannada – here is the English translation:
“May Nyayamittra Cooperative Bank grow to greater heights…
“I participated in the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Nyayamittra Cooperative Bank Ltd. in 2025.
“On 25/10/1999, along with the then Chief Minister Shri S. M. Krishna, I had inaugurated this cooperative bank. Now, after 25 years, it is a matter of joy to once again take part in its Silver Jubilee program.’
By providing loans at low interest rates and working in a people-friendly manner, Nyayamittra Cooperative Bank has been serving the community. I extend my best wishes for the bank to continue to grow and prosper further.”
ನ್ಯಾಯಮಿತ್ರ ಸಹಕಾರಿ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಎತ್ತರಕ್ಕೆ ಬೆಳೆಯಲಿ…
ನ್ಯಾಯಮಿತ್ರ ಸಹಕಾರಿ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ನಿಯಮಿತದ ಬೆಳ್ಳಿಮಹೋತ್ಸವ- 2025 ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಲಾಯಿತು. 25/10/1999ರಲ್ಲಿ ಆಗೀನ ಸಿಎಂ ಆಗಿದ್ದ ಶ್ರೀ ಎಸ್.ಎಂ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸೇರಿ ಈ ಸಹಕಾರಿ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಅನ್ನು ಉದ್ಘಾಟನೆ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದೆ. ಇದೀಗ 25 ವರ್ಷಗಳ ಬಳಿಕ ಮತ್ತೆ… pic.twitter.com/LS28UtrMpB
— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) October 25, 2025
Community Impact and Cooperative Banking Growth
With 25 years of service, the bank has become a symbol of cooperative success in Karnataka. Audience reactions on social media praised the institution’s role in empowering local communities. One supporter commented, “Nyayamittra is not just a bank, it is a people’s movement.”
As the Silver Jubilee concluded, Shivakumar extended his best wishes: “May Nyayamittra Cooperative Bank grow to greater heights and continue to prosper further.”