The government revised the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) base year to 2022-23, adding sectors like water and waste management. Driven by manufacturing and capital goods, industrial output recorded a 4.9% growth in April 2026 under this new series.
Click to View MoreIndia’s February 2026 IIP data reveals a K-shaped recovery. While government capex boosts manufacturing, lagging consumer demand signals structural gaps. Achieving Viksit Bharat 2047 requires shifting to employment-intensive growth, MSME support, and boosting household purchasing power to bridge this divide.
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