Big booster shot! India’s real GDP grows at a robust 8.2% in Q2 FY26; 6-quarter high number beats expectations – top highlights

India’s economy surged past expectations, posting an impressive 8.2% real GDP growth in the second quarter of FY 2025-26, the highest in six quarters. This robust performance solidifies India’s position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy, driven by strong secondary and tertiary sector contributions. Private consumption also showed a healthy uptick.