The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) held its 619th Central Board meeting in Udaipur on October 31, 2025, chaired by Governor Sanjay Malhotra. The Board reviewed the evolving global and domestic economic landscape, including geopolitical challenges, financial market developments, and operational updates from key RBI departments. They also took pledges in observance of Vigilance Awareness Week and Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
The Reserve Bank of India convened its 619th Central Board meeting in Udaipur, steering through the complex terrain of current global and domestic economic developments. Chairing the session, Governor Sanjay Malhotra led discussions on the evolving geopolitical scenario and the recent shifts in financial markets impacting the nation’s economy.
Key board members including deputy governors and notable directors from financial and economic departments actively participated. The Board scrutinized the activities of the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC), reflecting on ongoing efforts to enhance deposit coverage for the banking public.
In addition to economic reviews, the Board examined the functioning of several important Central Office Departments, among them the Consumer Education and Protection Department, underscoring RBI's continued focus on financial literacy and consumer rights.
A significant emphasis of the meeting was the collective commitment to integrity and national unity. Board members took the Integrity Pledge as part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 and the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Pledge in commemoration of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary, highlighting RBI’s dedication to ethical governance and social cohesion.
Highlights from the meeting include:
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Comprehensive assessment of the global and domestic economic landscape amid geopolitical and financial market challenges
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Review of Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation’s ongoing activities and plans to increase deposit coverage
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Evaluation of the functioning of key RBI departments, focusing on consumer education and protection efforts
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Participation and leadership by Governor Sanjay Malhotra, deputy governors, and top RBI officials
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Observance of Vigilance Awareness Week with an Integrity Pledge and celebration of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas emphasizing national unity
This meeting underscored RBI’s balanced approach to fostering economic stability while upholding transparency, consumer protection, and social responsibility in challenging times.
Sources: Reuters, The Hindu Business Line, Business Standard, ANI News, CNBC TV18