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IIE DIGITAL DESK ; New Delhi, May 30: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a warning that escalating geopolitical tensions and potential war-like conditions in West Asia could negatively impact India’s economic growth outlook in the coming months.

The central bank highlighted that rising uncertainty in global energy markets, especially crude oil price volatility, remains a key risk factor for India’s macroeconomic stability. Since India is heavily dependent on imported crude oil, any disruption in supply chains or sharp price increases due to conflict in West Asia could quickly transmit into higher domestic inflation.

RBI also noted that increased geopolitical instability may disrupt global trade routes and shipping channels, potentially affecting import-export flows and increasing logistics costs for Indian businesses. This could weaken overall economic momentum even if domestic demand remains relatively strong.

The report further warned that financial markets could face heightened volatility if the conflict intensifies, as global investors tend to shift capital away from emerging markets during periods of geopolitical stress. Such capital outflows could add pressure on the Indian rupee and financial stability.

The same time, the RBI emphasized that India’s strong domestic consumption base and resilient macroeconomic fundamentals may help cushion some of these external shocks, though risks remain tilted to the downside.

The central bank stressed the need for close monitoring of global developments, particularly in energy markets, as West Asia tensions continue to evolve and pose uncertainty for India’s growth trajectory.