RBI MPC member Nagesh Kumar flags import dependence, Gulf remittances, El Nino risks in minutes

India faces significant economic risks from the West Asia conflict, including potential disruptions to oil and fertilizer imports via the Strait of Hormuz and reduced remittances from the Gulf. El Niño-induced monsoon failures also pose a threat to agriculture. Despite these vulnerabilities, the nation's strong foreign exchange reserves and fiscal space offer some resilience. Growth projections have been tempered, highlighting the need for careful economic management.

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