India is projected to grow at 6.6% in 2025, cementing its position as the world’s fastest-growing large economy, according to the UN’s World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2025 report. Growth will be driven by strong exports, private consumption, and investment, alongside robust infrastructure development.

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• India’s GDP growth projected at 6.6% for 2025, marginally down from 6.8% in 2024.
• Growth supported by strong service exports, including pharmaceuticals and electronics.
• Private consumption and capital expenditure on infrastructure remain key drivers.
• Favorable monsoon rains boost agricultural output expectations for 2025.
• India’s growth rate outpaces global growth, pegged at 2.8% in 2025.
• South Asia’s regional growth projected at 5.7% in 2025, led by India.
• Challenges persist: geopolitical tensions, debt issues, and climate hazards.
• Consumer price inflation expected to ease to 4.3%, within RBI’s target range.
• Urban unemployment steady at 6.6%, but gender gaps in labor participation remain.
• Global slowdown: China’s growth to slip to 4.8%, US to 1.9% in 2025.