RBI Appoints Three Non-Official Directors

Document title: Appointment of Shri Janmejaya Kumar Sinha, Shri Syed Akbaruddin and Ms. Annie George Mathew as part‑time, Non‑official Directors on the Central Board of Reserve Bank of India

Issuing authority: Reserve Bank of India

Reference number: Press Release 2026‑2027/960

Date: 24 August 2026

Regulatory and Policy Measures

The Central Government has appointed three distinguished individuals—Janmejaya Kumar Sinha, Syed Akbaruddin and Annie George Mathew—as part‑time, non‑official directors on the Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India. Their tenure is stipulated for a period of four years, commencing on 24 August 2026, and will continue until further orders are issued, whichever occurs earlier. The appointment is intended to strengthen the Board’s expertise and governance framework. The announcement was released through a press note numbered 2026‑2027/960 and signed by Chief General Manager Brij Raj of the RBI.

This appointment reflects the Government’s ongoing effort to enhance the Board’s composition with experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds.