Weak rupee hitting Indian economy

24 May 2012 Last updated at 21:32 ET Help

The value of the Indian rupee has fallen to fresh lows, putting pressure on businesses and consumers.

For a country that imports more than it exports, a decline in the currency has a big impact, with the price of goods from overseas rising.

As the BBC's Adrienne Murray reports from Mumbai, it is yet another challenge for the Indian government.

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