Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Poonam Gupta has been appointed as the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), succeeding Michael Patra. With extensive experience in macroeconomic policy, international finance, and central banking, Gupta is well-equipped to influence India's monetary and financial policies. Her background includes leadership roles at the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER), the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, and significant contributions to global institutions like the IMF and World Bank. Her appointment ahead of the MPC meeting highlights her strategic role in shaping India's economic future.