The Clue RBI governor Shaktikanta ___
The Answer DAS
Shaktikanta Das is the current governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He took office in December 2018 and has played a key role in shaping India's monetary policy. His last name, "Das," fits perfectly in the crossword as it is a common short form used in such clues. Therefore, the answer to the clue is "DAS."