Christian de Guzman of Moody's Investors Service states that India's fiscal consolidation has progressed since the pandemic, but it has not yet reached the level prior to the downgrade to BAA3. The bond markets are responding positively to the government's efforts, with lower borrowings and increased capital inflows expected. For a ratings upgrade, India's weak points, such as fiscal consolidation and debt reduction, need to show material improvement. India is not alone in the region in terms of gradual fiscal consolidation post-pandemic.