Marrakech, Morocco, October 14, 2023
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has been awarded ranked ‘A+’ in the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2023. The award was presented to Governor Das at a ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco today.
The Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards are an annual assessment of the performance of central bank governors from around the world. The grades are based on a scale from A to F, with A being the highest. Governor Das was one of only three central bank governors to receive an A+ rating this year.
The Global Finance editorial board commended Governor Das for his “exceptional leadership” of the RBI during a challenging period. The board noted that Governor Das had successfully managed the Indian economy through the COVID-19 pandemic and the global economic slowdown.
Governor Das was also praised for his efforts to promote financial inclusion and innovation in India. The Global Finance editorial board said that Governor Das had “made significant progress” in both of these areas.
The award of an A+ rating in the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2023 is a prestigious recognition of Governor Das’s leadership of the RBI. It is also a testament to the strength and resilience of the Indian economy.
Quote from Governor Das:
“I am honored to receive this award from Global Finance magazine. It is a recognition of the hard work and dedication of the entire RBI team. I am also grateful to the Government of India for its support and guidance.
“The Indian economy is facing a number of challenges, but I am confident that we will overcome them. We are committed to maintaining macroeconomic stability and promoting sustainable economic growth. We will also continue to focus on financial inclusion and innovation.”
