Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited (Piramal Finance), a subsidiary of Piramal Enterprises Limited, has partnered with the Central Bank of India to expand its co-lending operations. The alliance is focused on providing loans to middle and low-income borrowers, particularly in rural and semi-urban regions.
The collaboration combines the Central Bank of India's extensive branch network with Piramal Finance's technological approach to lending, which emphasizes both digital efficiency and personalized service. This partnership leverages the Central Bank of India's financial expertise and extensive branch network, along with Piramal Finance's 'High Tech High Touch' strategy, which uses technology to provide a seamless customer experience.
This partnership aims to serve customers in the unorganized sector, including self-employed or salaried individuals who are often unable to access formal credit due to insufficient income documentation.