RBI revises GDP growth projection to 6.8%, cuts inflation to 2.6% - Here's what it means Experts are of the view that the neutral position signifies a conscious balance between stimulating economic growth and controlling inflation levels. Stating that GST rate rationalisation will have a sobering impact on consumption and growth, the RBI has revised its growth projections for FY26 upwards. The central bank has also revised CPI inflation downwards to 2.6 per cent for FY26 from the earlier projection of 3.1 per cent. Experts are of the view that the neutral position signifies a conscious balance between stimulating economic growth and controlling inflation levels. "When inflation is expected to be 2.6 per cent and GDP growth expected to be 6.8 per cent, this plan guarantees stability to borrowers across the board.