The Reserve Bank of India ( RBI ) has officially addressed the ban on Paytm Payments Bank, stating that the prohibition on accepting deposits was a measured supervisory action, commensurate with the seriousness of the situation.
Senior RBI officials emphasized that such actions follow months of engagement, providing regulated entities ample time for corrective measures to safeguard consumers and maintain financial system stability.
In response to concerns that the Paytm issue might adversely impact the broader fintech industry, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das assured that it was an isolated matter with a specific institution, dispelling worries about the entire system. While he underscored the absence of systemic concerns, Das cautioned individual entities to consider potential long-term repercussions.
Das clarified that the regulations are robust, and the matter revolves around compliance with various parameters. Although he refrained from specifying details, he maintained that the regulatory framework is sound.
The restrictions imposed on Paytm Payments Bank align with the severity of the violations, emphasizing the RBI’s commitment to taking responsible actions in the best interest of customers and the overall financial system.
Highlighting the RBI’s approach, Das explained that the central bank engages with entities on a bilateral basis, encouraging compliance and imposing business restrictions or supervisory actions when necessary. These actions, he stated, are proportionate to the gravity of the situation and are implemented only after constructive engagement fails to yield effective results.
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