International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

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Impact of Digitization and Policy-Driven Financial Reforms on Consumer Behaviour in Private Sector Banks: Evidence from Madhya Pradesh

Author(s) Pinky Meena, Dr. Swati Mathur
Country India
Abstract The Indian banking landscape is undergoing rapid transformation driven by digitization, fiscal stimulus, and monetary policy adaptations. This paper investigates how these changes are influencing consumer behaviour, specifically within private sector banks operating in Madhya Pradesh. It focuses on how digital financial services adoption correlates with shifts in consumer expectations, engagement patterns, and satisfaction levels.
Using a mixed-method approach, this study explores the role of digital banking innovations—such as mobile apps, UPI, internet banking, AI-based customer support—implemented after the Union Budget 2024–25 and RBI’s push toward digital financial inclusion. Primary data was collected from 200 consumers across five leading private sector banks in urban and semi-urban regions.
SPSS was used to apply ANOVA, regression, and factor analysis on variables such as convenience, trust, perceived risk, security, and service responsiveness. Results suggest that fiscal provisions like tax rebates on digital transactions and RBI’s digital public infrastructure support have created confidence in using digital channels. Consumers showed a higher preference for AI-driven and mobile-enabled banking, reduced branch dependency, and greater transaction frequency.
Findings reveal that policy-driven digitization significantly reshapes consumer preferences, enabling a shift toward trust-based, convenience-led digital financial engagement. The study recommends enhancing consumer awareness programs, regulatory standardization, and continued investments in cyber infrastructure.
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-06-05
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.46596
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9pzr8

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