Current Affairs - Economy - Discussion

India’s eight core industries registered an overall growth of 1.8% in November 2025, reflecting modest but steady industrial expansion. The growth was mainly driven by strong performance in construction-linked sectors such as cement and steel, along with positive contributions from fertiliser and coal production. However, declines in crude oil and natural gas output moderated the overall growth rate. Since these core industries account for over 40% of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), their performance plays a crucial role in shaping broader industrial trends and indicates continued resilience in infrastructure-related economic activity despite challenges in the energy sector.