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The Indian government is developing a new policy to mobilise domestic gold reserves into the formal economy and reduce the national import burden.

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Who
Indian government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, official sources, Reserve Bank of India, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra
What
The Indian government is developing a new policy to mobilise domestic gold reserves into the formal economy and reduce the national import burden.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:01:10 GMT · 4h 33m ago
Where
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Why
Rising gold rates have become a major macroeconomic concern for the economy as they increase India’s import bill at a time when the rupee is currently under pressure from a strengthening dollar.
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This policy aims to alleviate pressure on the Indian rupee and foreign exchange reserves by reducing reliance on imported gold. If successful, it could create new investment opportunities for domestic gold holders and improve access to credit, though the central bank's stance on gold monetization remains a factor.

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