Reserve Bank of India to Inject Over ₹2 Lakh Crore Liquidity into Banking System

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a comprehensive liquidity infusion of over ₹2,00,000 crore into the banking system using multiple financial tools including variable rate repo, foreign exchange swap and government securities purchase, as per news reports. 

RBI Rolls Out Major Liquidity Injection Measures 

On January 24, 2026, the RBI detailed its plan to ease liquidity conditions by injecting over $23 billion (approximately ₹2,00,000 crore) into the financial system.  

The central bank will use three key measures: a variable rate repo auction of ₹25,000 crore, a $10 billion USD/INR buy/sell swap with a 3-year tenor, and open market purchases of government bonds worth ₹1,00,000 crore. 

Schedule for Liquidity Operations 

The variable rate repo (VRR) auction will be conducted on January 30, 2026, allowing banks to borrow ₹25,000 crore at market-linked interest rates. This move aims to address short-term liquidity needs within the system. 

The foreign exchange swap worth $10 billion will take place on February 4, 2026. This measure is expected to inject durable rupee liquidity while stabilising forex market operations. 

Government Bond Purchases to Add Long-Term Liquidity 

To further anchor liquidity, the RBI will purchase government securities worth ₹1,00,000 crore through open market operations.  

The bond purchases will occur in 2 tranches of ₹50,000 crore each on February 5 and February 12, 2026. This addition targets the long-term funding requirements of the banking sector. 

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Context Behind the Measures 

The decision follows consultations held on January 21 and 22. Participants cited strong credit growth, aggressive forex intervention, and elevated certificate of deposit rates as contributing to persistent liquidity strain. As of January 2026, system liquidity had averaged a ₹59,356 crore surplus, although some segments continued to experience tightness. 

Conclusion 

Through a combination of short-term and long-term operations, the RBI has taken structured steps to inject over ₹2,00,000 crore into the banking system, aiming to ease monetary conditions without influencing benchmark interest rates. 

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