The Department of Commerce organized a guest lecture on the topic “Financial Literacy” on August 22, 2024, in Keerthi Hall at Pavai Arts and Science College for Women at 11:00 a.m. Both UG and PG students from the Department of Commerce attended this event.
Ms. S. Rithika from III B.Com (CA) welcomed the gathering and introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Sabarathinam, CFL Coordinator at Dhan Foundation, Centre for Financial Literacy.
In his address, Mr. Sabarathinam focused on financial literacy, discussing various government schemes and urging students to take advantage of their benefits. He highlighted programs like the Selvamagal Scheme, Ponmagan Scheme, and Atal Pension Yojana (APY). He also raised awareness about digital money scams and explored the benefits of using banking apps. Additionally, he discussed fixed deposits (FDs) and recurring deposits (RDs), including their interest rates and maturity periods.
The students actively participated and gained valuable insights into financial literacy. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. B. Shobika from III B.Com (CA).