<h1>RBI's 2008-09 Policy: Focus on Inflation Control, Growth, and Financial Stability; CRR Set at 8.25%, GDP Growth at 8-8.5.</h1> The RBI Governor presented the Annual Policy Statement for 2008-09, emphasizing price stability, inflation control, and financial market orderliness while maintaining growth. Key measures include keeping key rates unchanged, requiring banks to maintain a CRR of 8.25% from May 24, 2008, and projecting GDP growth at 8.0-8.5%. Inflation is targeted to reduce to 5.5% with a medium-term goal of 3.0%. The policy outlines strategies for liquidity management, financial inclusion, and credit quality. It also introduces regulatory changes for banks, promotes currency futures, and allows Indian companies to invest overseas in energy sectors.