BAN ON PAYTM PAYMENT BANK: 85% OF WALLET USERS UNLIKELY TO BE IMPACTED, SAYS RBI GUV
Why in the news?
RBI Governor assures minimal disruption for most Paytm users; directive addresses compliance issues, not targeting fintech sector.
source:slideserve
About RBI Directive and Deadline Extension:
- RBI barred PPBL from accepting deposits and top-ups in any customer account after February 29, 2024.
- Deadline extended to March 15 due to persistent non-compliance issues.
What are Paytm Banks?
● Introduced by RBI in 2014 to promote financial inclusion. ● Offer basic banking services to unbanked and underbanked. ● Example: Airtel Payments Bank, India Post Payments Bank. ● Licensed under Section 22 (1) of Banking Regulation Act, 1949. ● Fall under differentiated bank licence category, restricted services compared to commercial banks. ● Maintain Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) and Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR). |