RBI data showed loans to services including software development, IT services
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Why in news
RBI data reveals a 49% year-on-year surge in loans to the software and digital technology infrastructure sector, highlighting the rapid expansion of India's digital ecosystem.
Background
Loans to software development, IT services, and digital infrastructure reached ₹53,859 crore by June end. This segment's loan growth has nearly doubled from ₹26,667 crore in two years, driven by demand for data centres and global capability centres.
Facts for Prelims
- FactLoans to software and IT services rose 49% year-on-year to ₹53,859 crore by June end.
- FactThe software/IT loan segment accounts for 0.87% of total services sector loans and 0.25% of overall non-food bank credit.
- FactKey drivers for credit demand include data centres, global capability centres, and cybersecurity upgrades.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the rapid expansion of India's digital infrastructure and IT services is reshaping the country's credit landscape and industrial growth.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Digital infrastructure as a growth multiplier
- Credit demand from startups and mid-tier IT firms
- Role of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in economic expansion
Keywords: Digital Ecosystem · Credit Demand · Infrastructure Expansion · Global Capability Centres · Fintech Growth
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