Sebi asked to consult stakeholders at drafting stage to ensure regulations are not overly restrictive: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
FM Nirmala Sitharaman reassured industry stakeholders, stating the government's directive to SEBI to consult shareholders and amend regulations perceived as overly restrictive. Addressing concerns of stifling innovation, Sitharaman emphasized a balanced approach for growth. She urged state-run banks to attract deposits with competitive interest rates while supporting India's expanding credit needs.