New Delhi, March 30 -- The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a 5.2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in February 2026, supported by a 6 per cent expansion in the manufacturing sector.

The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, on Monday, highlighted a steady climb in industrial activity compared to the 4.8 per cent growth seen in January 2026. The overall Quick Estimate of the IIP reached 159 for the month, rising from 151.1 in February 2025.

The growth remained visible across the primary segments, with the mining sector recording an increase of 3.1 per cent and the electricity sector growing by 2.3 per cent. The specific indices for these sectors stood at 146.3 for mining, 157.3 for manufacturing, and 198.4 for...