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01 Dec 2025

RBI Appoints Veteran Banker Usha Janakiraman as Executive Director

The Reserve Bank of India has appointed Usha Janakiraman as Executive Director of the Department of Supervision, effective December 1, 2025. With over three decades of experience, Janakiraman previously served as the Chief General Manager-in-Charge of the Department of Regulation at RBI's Central Office in Mumbai.

RBI Appoints Veteran Banker Usha Janakiraman as Executive Director

RBI Appoints Usha Janakiraman as Executive Director in Department of Supervision

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a significant change in leadership with the appointment of Usha Janakiraman as an Executive Director (ED) in the Department of Supervision.

Her new role is set to commence on December 1, 2025, marking a new chapter in her illustrious career at the RBI.

About Usha Janakiraman

Janakiraman brings over three decades of experience at the RBI, covering key areas such as regulation, external investment, operations, banking supervision, public debt management, and currency management.
Most recently, she held the position of Chief General Manager-in-Charge of the Department of Regulation at RBI's Central Office in Mumbai.

New Role and Responsibilities

As Executive Director, Janakiraman will oversee the Department of Supervision, focusing on

Risk Assessment
Analytics
Vulnerability Assessment

A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Janakiraman is set to bring her vast expertise to her new role, according to an official statement from the central bank.