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India has got a $5 trillion sleeping giant: Can govt wake it up?

India possesses approximately $5 trillion in gold held by households and temples, but continues to import gold, straining the economy. The government is contemplating a revival of the Gold Monetisation Scheme to convert this idle gold into productive economic capital, thereby addressing trade deficits and stabilizing the rupee. This initiative could significantly enhance domestic investment and reduce reliance on gold imports, making it a critical economic strategy.