Manufacturing Sector Records 8.1% Growth in December, Driving Industrial Expansion

Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: January 28, 2026 17:28

India’s industrial output rose 7.8% year-on-year in December, surpassing Reuters’ forecast of 5.5%. Manufacturing output grew 8.1%, reflecting strong momentum in the sector. For April–December, industrial output expanded 3.9% year-on-year. The data highlights resilience in India’s manufacturing and industrial activity despite global headwinds, reinforcing optimism for economic growth.

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