30.03.202610:30:00UTC+00India’s Manufacturing Output Accelerates to 6.0% in February, Extending Growth Momentum

India’s manufacturing sector strengthened in February 2026, with output rising 6.0% month-over-month, up from a 4.8% increase recorded in January 2026. The latest data, updated on 30 March 2026, indicate a solid acceleration in industrial activity as the sector builds on its early-year momentum.

The February figure reflects a comparison of manufacturing output with the previous month, while January’s 4.8% reading was measured against December’s level. The step-up in growth suggests that manufacturing is gaining traction sequentially rather than merely rebounding from a low base, pointing to sustained demand and activity within India’s industrial economy.

With month-on-month gains strengthening for a second consecutive period, the data hint at a potentially firmer foundation for broader economic performance in the coming months, though further releases will be needed to confirm whether this pace can be maintained.