The source says the Reserve Bank of India intervened in March as the rupee saw its sharpest monthly fall since 2019, highlighting vulnerability to external shocks and possible pressure on growth and stability.
The source states that the Reserve Bank of India sold $9.8 billion in March as the Indian rupee recorded its steepest monthly drop since 2019. It says the aggressive dollar sales underscore India’s vulnerability to external shocks and suggest pressure on economic stability and growth. The reported intervention also points to continued stress in the currency market, with potential implications for inflation, interest rates, and foreign investment returns.