Unity Small Finance Bank, backed by Centrum Group, is preparing to foray into the housing finance sector in the next fiscal year. Executive Chairman Jaspal Bindra confirmed the move, highlighting the bank’s strategy to diversify lending portfolios and tap into India’s growing demand for affordable housing finance.
Unity Small Finance Bank is set to expand its financial services by entering the housing finance business in the upcoming fiscal year. According to Jaspal Bindra, Executive Chairman of Centrum Group, the bank’s parent company, this decision aligns with the institution’s long-term growth strategy and focus on inclusive lending.
The housing finance sector in India has witnessed strong demand, driven by government initiatives promoting affordable housing and rising aspirations among middle-class families. By venturing into this segment, Unity Small Finance Bank aims to strengthen its retail lending portfolio and provide structured solutions for homebuyers.
Bindra emphasized that the bank’s entry into housing finance will complement its existing offerings in small business loans, personal finance, and micro-lending. The move is expected to enhance financial inclusion while contributing to India’s broader housing development goals.
Key Highlights
-
Unity Small Finance Bank to launch housing finance business next fiscal
-
Move aligns with diversification and inclusive lending strategy
-
Strong demand for affordable housing driving expansion
-
Government initiatives supporting sector growth
-
Bank to complement existing retail and micro-lending services
Sources: Economic Times, Business Standard, Centrum Group Statements