As a part of its commitment towards diversity, Piramal Finance, a subsidiary of Piramal Enterprises, has announced the launch of five all-women branches. The branches called ‘Maitreyi’ will help women in the company get equal opportunities in the workforce.
The branches will provide various services to women employees such as home loans and MSME loans. Furthermore, these branches have the flexibility to introduce additional features based on customer feedback and preferences. Besides, each branch will have a dedicated team consisting of 7 to 15 women employees. This deliberate approach is aimed at creating a diverse and skilled workforce capable of efficiently meeting the requirements of customers.
The company intends to establish full-service branches in different locations such as Ajmer Road in Rajasthan, Chattarpur in New Delhi, Mohali in Punjab, Mumbai in Maharashtra, and Tripunithura in Kerala.
On the inauguration of ‘Maitreyi’ branch, Jairam Sridharan, managing director, Piramal Finance, expressed his enthusiasm calling it a significant step towards fostering gender equality and empowering women in the financial services sector. “Through our branches, we aim to provide simplified, efficient, and impactful lending solutions that cater to consumer financing needs,” he added.
The name ‘Maitreyi’ carries immense significance as it symbolises a wise, intelligent, and knowledgeable woman. This name reflects the company’s strong belief in the extraordinary abilities and potential of women professionals, who have the power to shape their own destinies while serving the financial needs of customers. The establishment of ‘Maitreyi’ branches signifies a significant milestone in empowering women and ensuring they have equal opportunities in the field of financial services.