RBI Governor Urges Fintechs to Build for Inclusion and Prioritize Underserved Populations

Oct 09, 2025 10:27 am CST

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasizes the crucial role of fintech companies in expanding financial services to underserved communities, while highlighting innovations in digital finance infrastructure and measures to combat fraud. With India's fintech sector growing to 10,000 companies raising $40 billion over the past decade, the central bank is pushing for responsible innovation that combines inclusion, user-friendly design, and robust security measures.