x

Like our Facebook Page

   
Early Times Newspaper Jammu, Leading Newspaper Jammu
 
Breaking News :   Doctors - The Unsung Heroes of Healthcare | WHEN RS 10 FEELS EXPENSIVE ON A CART, BUT NOT IN A CAFE | Urdu For Naib Tehsildar Recruitment Test | Yatri Niwas in Srinagar | LG Sinha inaugurates SASB Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk | LG launches campaign for zero-waste pilgrimage | 'Amarnath Yatra arrangements upgraded' | Heroin worth Rs. 420 crore seized in Rajasthan; Pak-based smuggler, Canada handler named | Within minutes after formation of PAC, NC mocks Sajad Lone’s new political front as ‘BJP’s B-Team’ | CM Omar calls for revival of buyer-creator relationship at SKICC Meet | Salal Dam gates opened amid rising Chenab Water levels | DGP chairs joint security review meeting in Anantnag, visits key areas | Major reshuffle in ACB J&K | From warzone to homeland: Kashmiri students hail India’s rescue mission with tricolour cheers | Security Forces bolster security with hi-tech gadgets | Token distribution for registration begins | Security Forces conduct joint mock drill | India woman footballer Soumya undergoes surgery after nasal bone fracture | Lack of variety in India's bowling attack is concerning: Chappell | National-level minor boxer alleges sexual harassment by woman coach | | MCM launches workshop on Skill Development, Entrepreneurship | GDC Kathua honours NCC Cadet Mohit Kanathia with grand welcome ceremony | Missing person traced from Pallanwala within 2 days | JKHCBAJ unveiles Portrait of Maharaja Hari Singh ji, inaugurated | Four JKAS Officers transferred In Transport Dept Reshuffle | J&K police arrest 87 in drug crackdown, seize narcotics worth Rs 2.42 Cr | Gross GST collections double in 5 years to record Rs 22.08 trillion in FY25 | Srinagar police attaches residential property worth Rs 50 lakh | SKUAST-K holds workshop in Gurez to promote revival of heritage crops | Reasi police solves two theft cases in Katra, accused arrested, stolen property | Union Minister Piyush Goyal to lead transformative FTII Traders conclave | Congress holds impressive Jai Hind Yatra in Poonch City, salutes armed forces, martyrs | Warm, affectionate farewell accorded to retirees of Agriculture Department Jammu | DC Shopian inspects work of rural development projects at Keller | Former JKNPP leaders, senior workers join Apni Party | Committee on Petitions holds meeting in Srinagar | 6000 students participate in NMMSS examination | Ladakh PM Vishwakarma artisans participate in MSME Day celebration | Vi Business’s ready for next - India’s largest digital advisory celebrates growth on MSME day | Indian Army pays tribute to Ex-Serviceman | Civil Defence, Jammu started 5 days CD training programme | Warm send off accorded to Sardar Dharminder Singh Bhargav Head Pharmacist from DHS-J | JKEDI concludes second batch of MDPs in 10 districts | Handicrafts, Handloom Deptt condoles demise of father of Mussrat Islam | IGNOU launches certificate programme for Nurse Managers to Strengthen Managerial Competencies in Nursing Services | Back Issues  
 
news details
Bolstering financial infrastructure
9/16/2024 10:00:49 PM

In a decisive move towards bolstering India’s financial infrastructure, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has embarked on a transformative journey to revamp its currency management system over the next 4-5 years. This ambitious initiative aims not only to meet the burgeoning cash demands of the rapidly expanding economy but also to enhance operational efficiency and security standards across the board.
At the heart of this overhaul lies the establishment of state-of-the-art greenfield currency management centres. These centres, strategically positioned across the country, will serve as robust hubs equipped with advanced technology and infrastructure to handle and store currency effectively. The move towards greenfield projects signifies a forward-looking approach by the RBI, ensuring that new facilities are purpose-built to accommodate future growth and technological advancements in currency management.
Key to this modernization effort is the integration of warehouse automation systems. By incorporating cutting-edge robotics and automated processes, the RBI aims to streamline operations, minimize human error, and optimize storage capacities. This shift towards automation not only enhances efficiency but also elevates the overall reliability and accuracy of currency handling, crucial for maintaining the integrity of India’s monetary system.
In tandem with automation, the RBI plans to implement stringent security and surveillance measures at these facilities. With advancements in security technology, including biometric access controls, CCTV monitoring, and intruder detection systems, the new currency management centres will set benchmarks in safeguarding national assets. Such measures are essential not only for protecting physical currency but also for safeguarding against potential threats in an increasingly digital and interconnected financial landscape.
An integral component of this modernization drive is the adoption of an advanced inventory management system. Real-time tracking of currency flows and stock levels will enable the RBI to anticipate demand patterns more accurately and ensure timely replenishment of currency supplies nationwide. This proactive approach not only enhances operational agility but also reinforces public trust in the RBI’s ability to manage currency circulation efficiently.
Central to coordinating these diverse elements will be the establishment of a centralized command centre. This nerve center will serve as a control hub, overseeing operations across all currency management centres in real-time. By centralizing command and control, the RBI can optimize resource allocation, respond swiftly to contingencies, and maintain operational continuity with minimal disruption.
The RBI’s proactive approach is underscored by its recent expression of interest (EoI) for consultancy and project management services, signaling a commitment to transparency and expertise in executing this monumental task. The expected timeline of 4-5 years reflects a carefully phased implementation strategy aimed at ensuring smooth transitions and minimal operational disruptions during the upgrade process.
  Share This News with Your Friends on Social Network  
  Comment on this Story  
 
 
 
Early Times Android App
STOCK UPDATE
  
BSE Sensex
NSE Nifty
 
CRICKET UPDATE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
Home About Us Top Stories Local News National News Sports News Opinion Editorial ET Cetra Advertise with Us ET E-paper
 
 
J&K RELATED WEBSITES
J&K Govt. Official website
Jammu Kashmir Tourism
JKTDC
Mata Vaishnodevi Shrine Board
Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board
Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board
UTILITY
Train Enquiry
IRCTC
Matavaishnodevi
BSNL
Jammu Kashmir Bank
State Bank of India
PUBLIC INTEREST
Passport Department
Income Tax Department
JK CAMPA
JK GAD
IT Education
Web Site Design Services
EDUCATION
Jammu University
Jammu University Results
JKBOSE
Kashmir University
IGNOU Jammu Center
SMVDU