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RBI Launches Series to Boost Digital Payment Inclusion

10/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched a video series titled "Beyond the Rupee" to showcase its role in India's digital payments evolution.
The series highlights initiatives for financial inclusion, including the introduction of Business Correspondents to serve underserved areas.
It traces the development of payment systems, culminating in advancements like UPI Lite for small transactions and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
The RBI aims to enhance access to banking services, viewing financial inclusion as a fundamental right.

History

Historical Context

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched the Financial Inclusion Plan in 2005 to enhance banking access for underserved populations, establishing over 1,000 Business Correspondents. This initiative laid the groundwork for ongoing innovations like UPI Lite and CBDC, reinforcing the RBI's commitment to viewing banking access as a fundamental right and shaping India's economic landscape.

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Story summary

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched a video series titled "Beyond the Rupee" to showcase its role in India's digital payments evolution.
The series highlights initiatives for financial inclusion, including the introduction of Business Correspondents to serve underserved areas.
It traces the development of payment systems, culminating in advancements like UPI Lite for small transactions and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
The RBI aims to enhance access to banking services, viewing financial inclusion as a fundamental right.

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