SRINAGAR: The Government of India on Friday announced the appointment of noted economist and former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor, Urjit Patel, as Executive Director (ED) at the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
According to an official order issued by the Secretariat of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Patel will serve a tenure of three years from the date he assumes charge, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Patel, who previously led the RBI during a crucial period of India’s economic reforms, is expected to represent India’s position at the IMF on key global financial matters.
