MUMBAI, India, April 1 -- Reserve Bank of India issued the following speech:

Her Excellency, the President of India, Hon'ble Governor of Maharashtra, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Hon'ble Union Minister of Communications, Hon'ble Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra, distinguished invitees, representatives of the media, and my colleagues from the Reserve Bank, past and present.

2. It is my privilege to welcome you all on this momentous occasion marking the 90th anniversary of the Reserve Bank of India. We are deeply honoured by the participation of the Hon'ble President of India. Her gracious presence has greatly enhanced the importance of this occasion and encouraged us immensely. I am thankful to her for taking out time from h...