Top global ranking for RBI Governor recognition of his leadership: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (August 21, 2024) congratulated Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on receiving top rating in a global ranking of central bankers, lauding it as a recognition of his leadership.
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He said on X, "Congratulations to RBI Governor Shri Shaktikanta Das for this feat, and that too for the second time. This is a recognition of his leadership at the RBI and his work towards ensuring economic growth and stability."
Congratulations to RBI Governor Shri @DasShaktikanta for this feat, and that too for the second time. This is a recognition of his leadership at the RBI and his work towards ensuring economic growth and stability. https://t.co/lzfogAQb15
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 21, 2024
Mr. Das has been ranked as the top central banker globally for the second consecutive year by the US-based Global Finance magazine.
Mr.Das has been placed at the top of the list with two other central bank governors, who have been rated A+. Grades are based on a scale from A to F for success in inflation control, economic growth goals, currency stability and interest rate management, according to a statement by Global Finance magazine.