Nation

"India’s Inflation Hits Lowest Level in Months, Bringing Relief to Consumers"

"A Major Drop in Food Prices Sparks Hope for Economic Stability"

New Delhi, March 12: India's inflation rate saw a major drop in February 2025, hitting its lowest level since July 2024, bringing relief to consumers grappling with high living costs. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation stood at 3.61%, marking a significant 65 basis point decline from the previous month, as per data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

The steep fall in inflation was largely driven by a sharp correction in food prices, with the All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) dropping to 3.75%, a notable 222 basis point decline from January 2025. This is the lowest food inflation rate recorded since May 2023, reflecting improving price stability in essential goods.

Urban vs. Rural Inflation Trends

📉 Rural Inflation:

  • Overall rural inflation declined from 4.59% in January to 3.79% in February.
  • Rural food inflation saw a significant drop from 6.31% to 4.06%.

🏙️ Urban Inflation:

  • Urban inflation decreased from 3.87% in January to 3.32% in February.
  • Food inflation in cities dropped sharply from 5.53% to 3.20%, adding to the overall slowdown.

Sector-Specific Inflation Trends

  • Housing Inflation: Slight uptick from 2.82% to 2.91%.
  • Fuel & Light Inflation: Remained negative at -1.33%, slightly improving from -1.49% in January.
  • Education Inflation: Held steady at 3.83%.
  • Health Inflation: Increased marginally from 3.97% to 4.12%.
  • Transport & Communication: Rose from 2.76% to 2.87%.

Why Inflation is Falling

The decline in inflation is largely attributed to falling prices in key food categories, including:
🥦 Vegetables
🥚 Eggs
🐟 Meat & Fish
🌱 Pulses
🥛 Milk Products

The drop in food inflation has significantly eased financial pressure on households, signaling economic stability and potential policy adjustments by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in the coming months.

Tags: Inflation in India, Consumer Price Index, Food Inflation, Economic Trends, CPI February 2025, India Economy, Cost of Living, Price Trends, RBI Policy

#Tags: #IndiaInflation #CPI2025 #FoodPrices #EconomicUpdate #ConsumerTrends #FinanceNews #IndiaEconomy #InflationDrop #BudgetRelief

This post was published on March 12, 2025 5:25 pm

liveindia

Recent Posts

Gold Hovers Near Record $3,000 Mark Ahead of US Fed Rate Decision

Investors await US Federal Reserve’s policy decision as gold prices remain stable, nearing an all-time…

45 seconds ago

Indian Stock Market Set for a Strong Open as Global Cues Remain Positive

Sensex and Nifty poised for a gap-up opening as Gift Nifty trades at a 146-point…

8 minutes ago

Israel Resumes Strikes on Gaza as Ceasefire Talks Collapse, 66 Killed

Tensions escalate as Israel launches its most extensive strikes since January 19, following Hamas' refusal…

17 minutes ago

"Empowering India's Youth: FM Sitharaman Launches PM Internship Scheme App"

"We Need to Give Confidence to Our Youth" – Nirmala Sitharaman New App to Enable…

32 minutes ago

"AI is India's Path to 8% Growth" – Nandan Nilekani

Tech Visionary Calls for AI-Driven Innovation, Financial Inclusion & Economic Formalization Infosys Chairman at Raisina…

44 minutes ago

Congress and BJP Spar Over Nagpur Violence Amid Curfew

"A 300-Year-Old Legacy of Peace Is Being Tarnished" – Pawan Khera Blames BJP for Unrest…

1 hour ago