Industrial production up 8% YoY in August amid strong support from manufacturing and electricity, shows govt data
In August 2026, India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) rose 8% year-on-year, driven by a 9% increase in manufacturing and a 12.3% surge in electricity and gas supply, according to the National Statistics Office. This growth follows a 4.7% rise in August 2025, indicating a robust industrial performance as the fiscal year progresses.