UPI has transformed financial inclusion: former RBI Governor

UPI has transformed financial inclusion: former RBI Governor

Former Reserve Bank of India governor Raghuram Rajan said the Unified Payments Interface has dramatically expanded financial inclusion across the country. He noted that UPI’s low‑cost, instant digital transactions have brought banking services to millions previously unbanked, spurred a surge in cashless payments, and positioned India as a global leader in fintech innovation and regulatory support.