RBI steps will prevent more NPAs, boost cheaper credit
Live MintCovid-19 has altered life as we know it, heralding unprecedented times in every way. In its second press conference since the nationwide lockdown because of the covid-19 outbreak, the Reserve Bank of India on Friday announced additional measures to support the economy and revive growth momentum. These measures announced by the RBI were primarily aimed boosting liquidity, expanding credit flow and easing the stress in the banking and financial services sector. Over the last few weeks the RBI has been engaging with players in the financial services sector and Friday's announcements comprehensively addressed most of the sectoral concerns. Easing financial stress Provisions announced for non-performing assets and stressed accounts such as the extension of the resolution plan for NPAs by another 90 days will give respite to the financial services sector.