India’s Industrial Sector Expands 4.0% in August 2025, Mining and Manufacturing Drive Growth
New Delhi, 29 Sep 2025 – India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for August 2025 rose by 4.0% year-on-year, led by strong growth in Mining and Manufacturing sectors, signaling continued momentum in the country’s industrial activity.
Key Highlights – August 2025 IIP
- Overall Growth: India’s industrial production rose 4.0% compared to August 2024.
- Sector-wise Growth: Mining 6%, Manufacturing 3.8%, Electricity 4.1%.
- Top Manufacturing Drivers: Basic metals (12.2%), Motor vehicles (9.8%), Refined petroleum products (5.4%).
- Use-Based Growth: Primary goods 5.2%, Infrastructure/Construction goods 10.6%, Intermediate goods 5.0%.
- IIP Index: Quick estimate for August 2025 is 151.7, up from 145.8 last year.
- Data Accuracy: Quick estimates are based on ~91% response rate; July 2025 data has been revised.
India’s Index of Industrial Production – August 2025
| Sector / Category | Aug 2024 | Aug 2025 | YoY Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall IIP | 145.8 | 151.7 | 4.0 |
| Mining | 107.1 | 113.5 | 6.0 |
| Manufacturing | 146.1 | 151.6 | 3.8 |
| Electricity | 212.3 | 221.1 | 4.1 |
| Top Manufacturing Industries | |||
| – Basic Metals | 225.6 | 253.1 | 12.2 |
| – Motor Vehicles, Trailers & Semi-Trailers | 129.2 | 141.8 | 9.8 |
| – Coke & Refined Petroleum Products | 130.8 | 137.8 | 5.4 |
| Use-Based Index | |||
| – Primary Goods | 134.8 | 148.9 | 5.2 |
| – Infrastructure/Construction Goods | 181.5 | 200.8 | 10.6 |
| – Intermediate Goods | 162.3 | 170.4 | 5.0 |
August 2025 marks a steady recovery in India’s industrial sector, with Mining and Manufacturing leading growth, and Infrastructure goods showing the strongest momentum. The overall IIP at 151.7 reflects robust industrial activity and economic resilience.
Source: Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation,PIB
