Between March and September 2025 , the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)  brought back a significant 64 tonnes of gold  from overseas vaults, marking a key milestone in India’s long-term effort to repatriate 274 tonnes of gold  that began in 2023. This strategic move strengthens India’s financial foundation amid rising global geopolitical tensions  and economic volatility . Why This Move Matters Historically, India’s gold reserves were stored in foreign vaults — primarily with the