Budget 2025: A close look at India's infrastructure output within a year before Sitharaman sets the ball rolling in Lok Sabha

India's infrastructure output, encompassing eight core industries, grew 4.3% in November 2024, marking a four-month high but lower than 7.9% in November 2023. Core sector growth for April-November stood at 4.2%, down from 8.7% in 2023-24. Budget 2025 will focus on continuity, strategic realignment, and balancing coalition priorities to address economic demands and foster growth.