Shaktikanta Das is stepping down as the 25th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) after a six-year tenure, with Sanjay Malhotra, the current Revenue Secretary, set to succeed him as the 26th Governor.
In a message on the microblogging platform X, Das expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve the country. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the trust and guidance he received throughout his term.
"I will demit office as Governor RBI later today. Thank you everyone for your support and good wishes. I’m deeply grateful to PM @narendramodi for allowing me the chance to serve the nation and for his continuous guidance and encouragement," Das wrote.
Das also expressed appreciation for Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, highlighting the crucial role of fiscal and monetary coordination during his tenure. "My heartfelt thanks to Hon’ble FM @nsitharaman for her unwavering support. The fiscal-monetary coordination between us helped in overcoming multiple challenges in the past six years," he added.
Reflecting on his time at the helm of RBI, Das thanked his colleagues at the central bank for their collective efforts in navigating a difficult period. "A big thank you to Team RBI for successfully steering the institution through unprecedented global shocks. I wish RBI continued growth as a pillar of trust and credibility," he said.
Das’ leadership saw RBI through numerous significant events, including the aftermath of demonetization, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the challenges posed by global inflation, leaving a lasting impact on India’s economic stability.