Economists propose reviewing priority sector lending guidelines for banks. They note banks struggle to meet targets without certificate purchases. Infrastructure loans should gain priority sector status for national development. Housing and education loan limits also need upward revision. Renewable energy project loan limits should be significantly increased.

State Bank of India’s economic research department has suggested revision in the priority sector lending (PSL) guidelines through an increase in the limits of various categories…

Economists propose reviewing priority sector lending guidelines for banks. They note banks struggle to meet targets without certificate purchases. Infrastructure loans should gain…