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RBI Pumps ₹50,000 Cr to Boost Banking Liquidity
9 Mar
Summary
- RBI injected Rs 50,000 crore into the banking system on Monday.
- OMO purchases targeted specific government securities with varying maturity dates.
- The injection aims to counter anticipated outflows from advance tax and GST payments.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) injected Rs 50,000 crore into the banking system on Monday through Open Market Operation (OMO) purchases of government securities. This significant liquidity infusion is intended to preemptively address anticipated outflows from advance tax and Goods and Services Tax (GST) payments expected later this month.
The central bank strategically acquired specific government securities, including 6.33% GS 2035 bonds worth Rs 13,507 crore and 6.01% GS 2030 bonds valued at Rs 13,494 crore. These OMO purchases are part of ongoing efforts to manage the liquidity in the financial system, which is currently estimated to be in surplus.
As of the reporting date, the liquidity in the banking system remains substantial, with an estimated surplus of around Rs 2.41 lakh crore. Since the beginning of the calendar year, the RBI has infused a total of Rs 2.50 lakh crore through OMO purchases, highlighting its proactive approach to ensuring financial stability.
