New Delhi, Nov. 12 -- India's industrial sector demonstrated renewed momentum as the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a growth rate of 3.1 per cent in September 2024.

According to the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, this marks a significant improvement from the previous month, where the IIP experienced a minor contraction of -0.1 per cent in August.

The overall index rose to 146.7, compared to 142.3 in September 2023, showcasing a strong performance across several key industries, with manufacturing leading the way.

The three core sectors--Mining, Manufacturing, and Electricity--exhibited varied performances in September. Mining showed a modest growth of 0.2 per cent, while the Manufacturing sector experi...