Facing renewed external sector pressures, the RBI has revived a version of the FCNR(B) deposit framework to attract foreign currency inflows and support the rupee. While effective for near-term stability, experts say long-term resilience requires reducing structural vulnerabilities and import dependence.

India's RBI reopens FCNR(B) deposit window to attract up to $60 billion from NRIs abroad, offering 5.5%-7% rates on dollar deposits to stabilize the rupee.

The push comes amid RBI measures to incentivise foreign currency inflows, including swap facilities and hedging cost support for FCNR(B) deposits, aimed at strengthening forex…