India's growth forecast for FY26 has been raised by World Bank to 6.5%

Published on October 07, 2025
Current Context: On 7 Oct 2025, the World Bank raised India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 6.5% from 6.3%.
India's growth forecast for FY26 has been raised by World Bank to 6.5%
  • The upgrade reflects resilient domestic demand, rural recovery, strong agriculture, and GST 2.0 reforms.
  • India is expected to remain the world’s fastest‑growing major economy.
  • For FY27, growth is projected at 6.3%, with risks from U.S. tariffs on exports.
  • South Asia’s growth is forecast at 6.6% in 2025, moderating to 5.8% in 2026.
  • India continues to be the engine of regional growth despite global headwinds.

Question:

Q.1 What is the World Bank’s revised GDP growth forecast for India in FY26?
a) 6.1%
b) 6.3%
c) 6.8%
d) 6.5%

Answer: d) India’s FY26 growth projection was raised from 6.3% to 6.5%, reflecting economic resilience and the impact of GST 2.0 reforms.
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