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Priority sector lending must reflect India's changing economy
In 2025-26, micro and small enterprises, for the first time, overtook agriculture as the single-largest component of PSL
With 300 mn Indians in its fold, cooperative sector awaits big-bang reforms
Creation of a new cooperation ministry led by India's second-most powerful politician signals disruption, points to new farmer-friendly policies ahead of 2024 national polls
Misuse of agriculture credit
RBI report provides damning evidence
Banks struggle with farm loan target due to waivers, may lean on PSL certs
But they may achieve overall priority sector lending norms, as corporate loan growth has been slow
