All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural and Rural Labourers – February, 2024

In February 2024, the All-India Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Agricultural Laborers and Rural Laborers remained stable, with figures of 1258 and 1269, respectively, based on the 1986-87=100 index. However, there were notable fluctuations observed among constituent states. Eight states saw a decline in the CPI-AL, while seven experienced a similar trend in the CPI-RL, with two states showing no change.

Month-to-Month Inflation Rates

  • CPI-AL inflation decreased from 7.52% in January 2024 to 7.43% in February 2024.
  • CPI-RL inflation also witnessed a slight decrease from 7.37% in January 2024 to 7.36% in February 2024.

All-India Consumer Price Index Number (General & Group-wise)

  • General Index: Both CPI-AL and CPI-RL remained stable.
  • Food: Saw a slight decline in both CPI-AL and CPI-RL.
  • Pan, Supari, etc.: Witnessed an increase in both indices.
  • Fuel & Light: Showed a minor rise in CPI-AL and CPI-RL.
  • Clothing, Bedding &Footwear: Experienced an uptick in both indices.
  • Miscellaneous: Saw a slight increase in both CPI-AL and CPI-RL.

Upcoming Release

The CPI-AL and RL for March 2024 will be disclosed on April 19, 2024.

Piyush Shukla

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