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Detailed explanation-1: -Union Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman today inaugurated Doorstep Banking Services by PSBs and participated in the awards ceremony to felicitate best performing banks on EASE Banking Reforms Index.

Detailed explanation-2: -SBI launched a doorstep banking service for senior citizens over 70 years of age and differently-abled customers.

Detailed explanation-3: -State Bank of India customers need to register at toll numbers 1800 1037 188 or 1800 1213 721 for SBI doorstep banking.

Detailed explanation-4: -Eligibility. Senior Citizens of more than 70 years of age and differently abled or infirm Persons (Having medically certified chronic illness or disability) including those who are visually impaired. Fully KYC compliant account holders. Valid Mobile Number should be registered with the account.

Detailed explanation-5: -As part of the EASE reforms, the doorstep banking initiative is envisaged to provide convenience of banking services to customers at their doorstep through the universal touch points of call centre, web portal or mobile app, the Finance Ministry said in a statement.