India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) Records 5.0% Growth in January 2025
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Quick Estimates of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for January 2025 on March 12, 2025. The data indicates a significant improvement in industrial growth, with the IIP expanding by 5.0% in January 2025, compared to 3.2% in December 2024. The manufacturing sector contributed the most to this growth, followed by mining and electricity.
Industry-wise Performance (Manufacturing Sector – NIC 2-digit level)
Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) Records 5.0% Growth in January 2025 |
Overall IIP Growth | 5.0% (161.3 index) |
Mining Sector | 4.4% growth (150.7 index) |
Manufacturing Sector | 5.5% growth (159.1 index) |
Electricity Sector | 2.4% growth (201.9 index) |
Top Growing Industries | Basic Metals (6.3%), Coke & Petroleum (8.5%), Electrical Equipment (21.7%) |
Primary Goods | 5.5% growth (162.8 index) |
Capital Goods | 7.8% growth (116.8 index) |
Intermediate Goods | 5.2% growth (172.3 index) |
Infrastructure/Construction | 7.0% growth (199.6 index) |
Consumer Durables | 7.2% growth (130.2 index) |
Consumer Non-Durables | (-0.2%) decline (164.5 index) |
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