The Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) has announced the appointment of Mr. Sahil Kini as its new Chief Executive Officer, ushering in a new chapter for India’s innovation-led financial infrastructure.
Mr. Kini brings a diverse and future-focused leadership background, with deep experience in public policy, venture capital, and technology entrepreneurship. He is best known as the co-founder of Setu, a pioneering API infrastructure startup acquired by Pine Labs in 2022. His career also includes impactful stints at Aspada, McKinsey & Company, and Ezetap.
A long-time contributor to India’s digital public infrastructure, Mr. Kini was part of the early Aadhaar team and has been actively involved in shaping breakthrough platforms like UPI and the Account Aggregator framework through his work with iSPIRT.
At RBIH, he will lead strategic initiatives such as the Unified Lending Interface (ULI), MuleHunter.ai™, and the Digital Payments Intelligence Platform (DPIP)—all designed to accelerate innovation, enhance security, and drive financial inclusion.
His appointment aligns with the Reserve Bank of India’s vision to foster cutting-edge solutions for the financial sector and support the broader Viksit Bharat agenda.
RBIH looks forward to scaling its mission under Mr. Kini’s leadership to build a more inclusive, efficient, and resilient financial ecosystem.
