The Reserve Bank of India has delivered one of its most significant monetary policy shifts in recent years, cutting the repo rate by a cumulative 125 basis points since late 2025 — bringing the benchmark rate down to 6.00% by April 2026. The move signals a decisive pivot from inflation control to growth support, as India’s economy continues to expand at robust levels despite global headwinds.

Introduction: The 5W1H of RBI’s Rate Cut Decision