Govt's budget cuts on subsidies could further weaken rural demand: CareEdge

The government's budget cuts on subsidies could further worsen rural demand in India, which is already facing uncertainties due to inconsistent monsoons, food inflation, and lower income, according to a report by Care Edge.

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