India's infrastructure output grew by 1.7% in May, up from 1.2% in April, signaling a partial recovery despite ongoing challenges in several key sectors.
The core sector contributes nearly 40% to IIP
May 20, 2026
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What's the storyIndia's infrastructure output witnessed a modest growth of 1.7% in April, up from a revised 1.2% in the previous month.
The eight core industries' growth was mainly driven by coal, steel, and cement sectors.
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