<h1>Cooperative Banks Boost Rural Economic Growth with Rs 23,000 Crore Loan Disbursement in Eight Years</h1> A state chief minister highlighted significant growth in cooperative bank loan disbursement, reaching over Rs 23,000 crore in eight years. The official emphasized the importance of cooperative institutions in empowering farmers and achieving rural economic self-reliance. The review meeting focused on expanding agricultural credit, improving infrastructure, and enhancing farmer income through targeted schemes and strategic interventions in cooperative banking sector.