Current Affairs - Economy - Discussion

India’s economy recorded a robust GDP growth of 8.2% in the second quarter of FY26, driven primarily by strong performance in the manufacturing, construction, and services sectors. Manufacturing grew by 9.1%, construction by 7.2%, and services by 9.2%, reflecting broad-based recovery. The increase in Private Final Consumption Expenditure (PFCE) by 7.9% also contributed to the overall growth, signaling improving consumer demand. This marks a significant rise from 5.6% in Q2 FY25, indicating accelerated economic activity. The real GDP in Q2 FY26 stood at ₹48.63 lakh crore, demonstrating the economy’s resilience and strength across sectors.