How Did India’s Core Sector Growth Fall To 2.3 Percent In February?

Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: March 21, 2026 11:15

India’s eight core industries grew just 2.3% in February 2026, marking a three-month low. Energy-related sectors including crude oil, natural gas, and refinery products contracted, while electricity growth slowed sharply. In contrast, steel and cement recorded robust gains, driven by government infrastructure projects. The slowdown raises concerns about industrial momentum.

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