Nirmala Sitharaman attributes rupee fluctuations to global, domestic factors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attributed recent rupee fluctuations to global geopolitical uncertainties and domestic import dependencies like crude oil. During the same event, she criticized opposition leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly undermining national achievements.
Why it matters
The statement clarifies the government's stance on currency volatility while highlighting the ongoing political tension between the ruling party and the opposition.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday (June 14, 2026) said fluctuations in the rupee against the U.S. dollar are influenced by a range of global and domestic factors.
The article balances economic policy reporting with political rhetoric from the minister, maintaining a neutral reporting style.
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