<h1>Regional Rural Banks Achieve Significant Growth, Reduce NPAs to 5.3%, Aim for Tech Upgrades by 2025</h1> A high-level government official reviewed Regional Rural Banks' performance, emphasizing their growth and strategic development. The banks have expanded to over 22,000 branches across 700 districts, with 92% in rural areas. They recorded a net profit of Rs.7,148 crore and reduced non-performing assets to 5.3%. The official urged continued amalgamation, technological upgradation, and long-term sustainability planning, with a target completion date of September 2025.