Vijayawada: Chief Minister Jagan enthusiastically participated in the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of Andhra Pradesh Cooperative Bank (APCOB), held at the 'A' Convention Center in Vijayawada. During the event, he unveiled the bank's new logo and a commemorative postal stamp. In his address, he praised the late YS Rajasekhara Reddy for his role in strengthening the cooperative system in the state. Highlighting the significance of APCOB, Chief Minister Jagan emphasized that the cooperative banking system has bridged the gap between banks and farmers, offering them greater accessibility to financial services. He commended the cooperative banks for providing loans to farmers at lower interest rates, ultimately benefiting the development of small and marginal farmers. Speaking of APCOB's illustrious history, Chief Minister Jagan praised its impeccable reputation and envisioned further expansion of its services. He expressed confidence in witnessing more positive transformations in the days to come, emphasizing the bank's ongoing commitment to the welfare and advancement of farmers in Andhra Pradesh.