RBI launches “Awareness Program on Digital Payments” in March 2026

Current Context: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched a pilot “Awareness Program on Digital Payments” in March 2026, announced by Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

• The initiative was part of the 6th Digital Payments Awareness Week (DPAW), observed from 9–13 March 2026.
• Theme: “Thoda Dhyan Se” (Be a little cautious) – highlighting safety in digital transactions.
• Pilot Location: Maharashtra, in partnership with CSC (Common Service Centres) e‑Governance Services India Ltd.
• Mode: In‑person awareness sessions conducted by Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs).
• Target Reach: Around 10 lakh (1 million) participants, mainly in rural and semi‑urban areas.
• Focus Areas: Safe usage of UPI (Unified Payments Interface), fraud prevention, cyber‑security, and financial literacy.

Question:

Q.1 Awareness sessions under the RBI program particularly promote safe usage of which digital payment platform?
a) RTGS
b) NEFT
c) Unified Payments Interface
d) IMPS

Answer: c) A key objective is to educate citizens about the secure use of Unified Payments Interface and how to avoid digital payment fraud.