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RBI Governor: 'Do Your Karma,' Dots Connect Later
20 Nov
Summary
- Governor Das advises students to focus on hard work and passion.
- He believes career paths connect in retrospect, not prospectively.
- Das shared his philosophy during an interaction at IIT Kanpur.
Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das recently shared profound career advice, urging students to focus on dedication and passion in their pursuits. When asked how to become a central bank governor, he offered a life lesson rooted in the philosophy of diligent work. Das emphasized the importance of focusing on one's 'karma' or actions, rather than being solely results-oriented.
Recalling a similar conversation at his alma mater, IIT Kanpur, Governor Das quoted Steve Jobs, stating that career paths only become clear when looking back. He advised students to pour their energy into their work with passion and hard work, trusting that the individual steps will eventually form a coherent journey. This approach, he suggested, is more effective than trying to predict future outcomes.
The interaction at the Delhi School of Economics also touched upon broader economic topics. Governor Das fielded questions on critical areas such as the Indian Rupee's performance, inflation targeting strategies, liquidity management operations by the central bank, and its overarching regulatory philosophy, showcasing his comprehensive understanding of monetary policy.
