{"id":1308069,"date":"2026-04-07T09:23:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T03:53:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1308069"},"modified":"2026-04-07T09:23:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T03:53:59","slug":"govt-to-launch-rs-2-5-lakh-cr-credit-guarantee-scheme-amidst-iran-war","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/govt-to-launch-rs-2-5-lakh-cr-credit-guarantee-scheme-amidst-iran-war\/","title":{"rendered":"Govt To Launch Rs 2.5 Lakh Cr Credit Guarantee Scheme Amidst Iran War"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Centre is preparing a massive \u20b92\u20132.5 lakh crore credit guarantee scheme<\/strong> to protect India\u2019s economy from the ripple effects of the ongoing West Asia conflict. The move is aimed at supporting businesses facing rising costs, disrupted supply chains, and global uncertainty<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Govt<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Why the Scheme Is Being Introduced<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The proposal comes as geopolitical tensions in West Asia begin to impact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Oil prices and logistics costs<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Global trade routes and shipping<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Export-oriented industries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Officials say the government is acting pre-emptively<\/strong>, even though there is no immediate crisis, to prevent future economic stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How the Credit Guarantee Scheme Will Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The scheme is expected to function similarly to the COVID-era Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Key features likely include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Government-backed loan guarantees<\/strong> for businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Collateral-free credit<\/strong> to improve access to funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Coverage of loans worth up to \u20b92\u20132.5 lakh crore<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Focus on ensuring liquidity during uncertainty<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      By reducing the risk for banks, the government will encourage lenders to continue giving loans even during volatile conditions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      MSMEs and Export Sectors to Benefit Most<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The biggest beneficiaries are expected to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Export-driven industries<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Businesses affected by rising input and freight costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        These sectors are particularly vulnerable to cash flow disruptions and global shocks<\/strong>, making timely credit access critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        A Proven Model From the Pandemic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The new scheme draws heavily from the success of the ECLGS during COVID-19<\/strong>, which:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Provided guarantees worth \u20b93.6 lakh crore<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Supported millions of businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Helped prevent large-scale loan defaults<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Officials believe a similar approach can stabilize businesses and protect jobs<\/strong> during the current geopolitical uncertainty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Timeline and Government Strategy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Sources indicate that the scheme:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Is being finalized by the Department of Financial Services<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Could be announced within weeks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Is part of a broader strategy to shield the economy from external shocks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            The government has also begun consulting industries to assess real-time impact on production and supply chains<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            Bigger Economic Implications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            This move signals a proactive shift in policymaking, where the government is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Preparing safeguards before a crisis escalates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Ensuring credit flow remains uninterrupted<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Protecting growth momentum amid global instability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              If implemented effectively, the scheme could act as a financial safety net for India Inc<\/strong> during uncertain times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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