Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the transformative impact of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana on its 12th anniversary through an official social media post and PIB release dated August 28, 2026. The Prime Minister emphasized the scheme's unprecedented scale and unparalleled impact in advancing financial inclusion across the country. He specifically noted that the program has played a significant role in empowering people throughout India, though the announcement did not provide specific numerical data on account openings, transaction volumes, or financial inclusion metrics. The communication was released through official government channels as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.