RBI establishes new framework for asset seizure in loan defaults. The Reserve Bank of India issued draft guidelines allowing banks, NBFCs, and licensed lenders to acquire immovable assets like property and land when borrowers default on loans. Under these prudential norms, lenders can take possession of collateral only after exploring other recovery options. The framework mandates a maximum seven-year holding period for seized assets and requires transparent, arm's length sales to maximize recovery. Lenders are prohibited from selling assets back to borrowers, preventing moral hazard. For borrowers, defaults can result in loss of property, with partial debt extinguishment if asset value falls short of loan amount. The remaining debt becomes a restructured loan. These rules aim to balance lender protection with borrower safeguards while ensuring controlled, timely asset disposal.
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