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RBI governor addresses economy, markets at New York consulate
Participants were briefed on the growth and depth of India’s financial markets across equity and bond segments, including government and corporate debt.
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Staff Reporter - Wed, 22, Apr 2026
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Sanjay Malhotra, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India / The Consulate General of India, New York
The Consulate General of India, New York hosted an exclusive round-table interactive session with Sanjay Malhotra, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, on April 20, 2026, at the Consulate.
The event, held at the Consulate General of India, New York, drew more than 100 representatives from financial institutions, investment firms and policy circles. Attendees included participants from banks, asset management firms, family offices, capital management firms, institutional investors and wealth managers, reflecting strong interest from the financial community.
Discussions focused on India’s macroeconomic landscape and financial markets. Officials highlighted key indicators, including inflation within the target range, a current account deficit of about 1.1% of gross domestic product, and foreign exchange reserves of $700 billion covering roughly 11 months of imports. India’s fiscal approach was also outlined as prudent.
Participants were briefed on the growth and depth of India’s financial markets across equity and bond segments, including government and corporate debt. The session also addressed developments in market infrastructure such as electronic trading platforms, centralized clearing mechanisms and regulatory transparency.
Malhotra emphasized the central bank’s commitment to financial stability and orderly market conditions. He pointed to ongoing efforts to simplify regulatory frameworks, improve ease of doing business, expand access for foreign investors and strengthen integration between onshore and offshore markets.
He noted that short-term fluctuations, including net foreign direct investment outflows and exchange rate movements, are cyclical and are being monitored within a longer-term growth framework.
During the session, Dimple Bhandia, chief general manager at the Reserve Bank of India, presented “India’s Economic Outlook.” The presentation highlighted macroeconomic fundamentals, the resilience of the financial sector and the consistency of policy frameworks. It also underscored India’s position as one of the fastest-growing major economies and its trajectory toward becoming the world’s third-largest economy in the coming years.
The session concluded with a question-and-answer segment. Participants raised issues including foreign investment trends, currency management, the balance of payments, geopolitical developments and market liquidity.
Malhotra responded to questions and clarified policy directions. The discussion reflected continued engagement between policymakers and global investors, with participants noting India’s macroeconomic position, reform efforts and growing role in the global economy.
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