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Demand for Equitable Economic Reforms Following India's Sovereign Rating Upgrade
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Target: Ministry of Finance, Government of India
Goal: Ensure that the economic gains from India's improved credit rating are invested in inclusive development, social welfare, and structural reforms that prioritize the needs of workers, marginalized communities, and the environment.
On the eve of its 79th Independence Day, India received an upgrade in its sovereign rating from S&P Global Ratings, moving to 'BBB' with a stable outlook. This is a significant development, as it is expected to reduce borrowing costs for both the government and Indian companies, potentially unlocking new opportunities for economic growth.
However, past experiences have shown that such macroeconomic achievements do not always lead to broad-based prosperity. Too often, the benefits are concentrated among large corporations and wealthy investors, while ordinary people continue to struggle with unemployment, underfunded public services, and rising inequality.
As India seeks to consolidate its position as one of the world's fastest-growing economies, we call on the government to ensure that this rating upgrade is used as a springboard for transformative, people-centered reforms. This must include increased investment in healthcare, education, social protection, and green infrastructure, as well as stronger protections for workers and small businesses.
We urge the Ministry of Finance to resist policies that prioritize fiscal consolidation at the expense of social spending, and to instead pursue a balanced approach that fosters inclusive and sustainable development for all.
Key Demands
- Allocate increased fiscal space from lower borrowing costs to public healthcare, education, and social welfare programs.
- Implement progressive tax reforms to ensure that the wealthy and large corporations contribute their fair share to national development.
- Strengthen labor protections and invest in job creation, especially for marginalized communities and the informal sector.
- Prioritize green infrastructure and climate resilience in all new economic investments.
- Establish transparent mechanisms for public participation in economic policy decisions and the allocation of new funds.
- Reject austerity measures that cut essential public services in the name of fiscal consolidation.
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