Rajnickant Patel

Chairman NUVLeap

Rajnickant Patel is credited with his contribution to the evolution of securities markets, demutualization, and policy frameworks in India.

His leadership roles include MD & CEO of the Indian Commodity Exchange from 2011 to 2013, President of Reliance Exchange Next from 2008 to 2013, and notably, MD & CEO at the Bombay Stock Exchange from 2001 to 2008. At BSE, he played a pivotal role in driving the exchange’s growth and modernization initiatives that paved the way for the stock exchange to attain prominence as country’s leading platform.

Prior to his corporate roles, Rajnickant worked at BNP Paribas from 1997 to 2001 as Deputy for Audit, Inspection & Compliance. He began his career at the Reserve Bank of India in 1984, serving as an Assistant General Manager until 1997 in areas like banking operations, debt management, and national clearing. He co-founded RUHN Global Advisory LLP and has served as a mentor and advisor since 2013.