India offers up to 9% leverage to NRIs to attract fresh forex inflows; guarantees returns of over 7%

India is actively seeking foreign currency inflows by encouraging its diaspora to deposit funds. Banks are now permitted to offer substantial leverage on these special foreign-currency deposits, with potential returns exceeding 6% and leveraged rates above 10%. This initiative aims to bolster foreign exchange reserves amidst global economic uncertainties and has the potential to attract over $80 billion.