India’s Infrastructure Output Growth Slows Sharply to 0.5% in April—Momentum Cools After Strong Start to 2025

India’s infrastructure sector saw a significant deceleration in April 2025, with output rising just 0.5% year-on-year—the weakest pace in five months and a sharp drop from March’s 3.8% expansion. The latest government data signals a cooling in momentum after a robust start to the year, raising questions about the sustainability of the infrastructure boom.

 

Key Highlights:

India’s infrastructure engine has hit a temporary speed bump, but with continued policy support and project execution, a rebound is anticipated later in 2025.

 

Sources: Trading Economics, Reuters, Business Line, Times of India, Equipment Rentals India