India’s Ex-Central Bank Boss Gets Top Job in Modi’s Office
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Feb 22 2025
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Source: Bloomberg
Appointment of Former RBI Governor: India has appointed former Reserve Bank of India governor Shaktikanta Das as principal secretary to the prime minister, a key advisory role on local and foreign policies.
Das's Background and Achievements: At 68, Das has a notable history, having built significant foreign-currency reserves and maintained interest rates during his tenure at the RBI, while also overseeing Modi's controversial demonetization initiative.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
