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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released India's Index of Industrial Production data for April 2026, registering a 4.9% growth under a revised series. Crucially, the base year was updated from 2011-12 to 2022-23. The new basket broadens coverage to 1,042 products, incorporating water supply, waste management, and gas supply while retaining core mining, manufacturing, and electricity sectors.
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