Shaktikanta Das

Shaktikanta Das is an Indian economist and civil servant who currently serves as the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), a position he has held since December 2018. Born on February 26, 1957, Das is a 1980 batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Tamil Nadu cadre. Before his appointment as RBI Governor, he held several key positions in the Indian government, including Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs and Secretary of the Department of Revenue.

During his tenure at the Ministry of Finance, Das played a significant role in implementing major economic reforms, including the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the demonetization drive in 2016. As the Governor of the RBI, Shaktikanta Das has overseen monetary policy decisions aimed at controlling inflation, managing interest rates, and ensuring financial stability in the country. His leadership has been particularly critical during challenging periods, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, where the RBI implemented various measures to support the economy.

Das is known for his pragmatic approach to economic management and has been recognized for maintaining a balanced stance between growth and inflation control. His tenure as RBI Governor has been marked by efforts to enhance transparency, improve financial inclusion, and strengthen India's banking sector.