India’s industrial output rose by 3% in March 2025, as per official data released on April 28. Growth was slightly better than February’s 2.7%. Sectors like electricity, manufacturing, and mining showed varied performances, reflecting a stable but cautious economic recovery.
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- India’s IIP growth at 3% in March, up from 2.7% in February
- Quick Estimates of IIP at 164.8 versus 160.0 in March 2024
- Manufacturing sector posted 3% growth, key contributor to overall rise
- Electricity sector grew sharply by 6.3%, strongest among sectors
- Mining sector reported marginal 0.4% growth
- 13 of 23 manufacturing industry groups showed positive growth
- Basic metals manufacturing grew 6.9%, aiding overall output
- Motor vehicles, trailers, semi-trailers manufacturing rose by 10.3%
- Electrical equipment manufacturing jumped 15.7%, highest among groups
- Key growth drivers: alloy steel, auto components, electric heaters, small transformers




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