RBI, Government on same page on steps to boost economy: Nirmala Sitharaman

13 Aug 2019 Evaluate

Expressing optimism over India’s economic condition, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has assured industry leaders that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the government are on the same page as regards to efforts that are required to boost the economy. She added that there was an atmosphere of certainty and cordiality between the RBI and the government. She said that even with some moderation, India is still the fastest-growing large economy and with the government and the RBI working together in synergy in a cordial relationship, the ecosystem will help incentivize investments.

High-frequency indicators like auto sale and core sector growth numbers are pointing towards a slowdown in the economy. Besides, the problems in the NBFC sector are adding to the woes. Sitharaman said the government is looking at the financial sector woes and will address them. She indicated steps would be taken in the coming weeks to deal with the issue. She also assured the industry that the government would have a re-look at the penal provisions concerning mandatory investment towards corporate social responsibility (CSR) by the companies.

The Finance Minister further said that soon she would be visiting different parts of the country to meet industry representatives to find out specifically where tax harassment is taking place. She added that tax authorities would be issued directions then and there to redress the grievances. She also said a technology-based platform was being set up so that she herself could look into incidents of tax harassment.

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