Indian banks' bond sales hit an 11-year low due to sluggish loan growth.
Banks have raised ₹5,920 crore ($691 million) in additional tier 1 and tier 2 notes, a 52% drop from the previous year.
The weak credit demand suggests RBI's rate cuts have not attracted cautious borrowers, impacting the economy.
Fitch Ratings expects credit growth to improve, but it may face downside risks if lower interest rates fail to stimulate private investment and consumption.