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Small fee won't have major impact on UPI transaction volumes: RBI Governor

Published

7 October 2026

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operational-macro

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Fintech

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India

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Fusion42 · 7 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that a small fee imposed on UPI transactions will not significantly affect transaction volumes.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 2 sources have reported it.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You should prepare for sustained UPI transaction volumes despite new fees, as the RBI signals limited impact on user behaviour. This steadiness keeps digital payments platforms viable for growth and innovation.

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2 sources · 7 Oct 2026

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