“India’s First Bank: The British Empire’s Economic Entry (1770)” In 1770, during British rule, India witnessed the birth of its first modern bank — Bank of Hindustan. Founded in Calcutta (now Kolkata), this bank wasn’t just about finance — it marked the beginning of British economic dominance in India. Through banking, trade control, and colonial policies, the British Empire slowly drained India’s wealth. This reel uncovers the hidden story behind India’s first bank and how finance became a powe