New Delhi, Dec. 1 -- India's industrial output slowed sharply in October, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) rising just 0.4 per cent, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
The subdued performance has been largely attributed to fewer working days during the month due to major festivals such as Dussehra, Diwali and Chhath, which affected overall production levels, the ministry said in a statement.
The latest figure marks a significant drop from the 4 per cent growth recorded in September 2025 and 3.5 per cent in October 2024, signalling a broader loss of industrial momentum.
Use-based data reflected a mixed trend across categories. Infrastructure and construction goods em...