Gita Gopinath, former Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), forecasts that India's economic growth will stabilize at 6.5% this year, despite persistent global risks. She pointed out that geopolitical tensions in West Asia significantly affect India's supply chains, which are crucial for its economy. While inflation is currently being managed as companies absorb higher costs, Gopinath warned that this situation may not be sustainable in the long term. She highlighted that if the ongoing crisis leads to prolonged disruptions, food prices could eventually rise, particularly due to potential shortages in fertilizers affecting agricultural output. Furthermore, Gopinath noted that without a surge in global demand, central banks might refrain from aggressive rate cuts, and any oil shock could have widespread economic repercussions across various sectors.