RBI MPC 2026: Central Bank to keep interest rates steady at 5.25% throughout the year, says Reuters poll

The Reserve Bank of India will maintain its key interest rate at 5.25% until 2026. Economists polled by Reuters expect the central bank to hold steady. This decision comes as the RBI assesses previous rate cuts and observes robust economic growth. Inflation remains below target. The focus is on ensuring policy transmission across the economy.