WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — India is emerging as a major driver of global economic growth, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The country’s economy grew stronger than expected in the third quarter, prompting the IMF to signal a likely upgrade in its growth forecast for 2025–26.
Julie Kozack, director of the IMF’s Communications Department, said in a press briefing on January 15 that India continues to play a central role in the world economy. “India is a key growth engine for the world,” she said, highlighting the country’s robust domestic consumption as a driving factor.
The IMF had previously projected India’s economic growth for the 2025–26 fiscal year at 6.6%. That projection was based largely on strong consumer spending across the country. However, new data from the third quarter show that India’s economy is performing even better than expected.
Kozack noted that India’s third-quarter growth results suggest the IMF may revise its estimates upward in the coming weeks. “We will have a revised growth number for India at that time,” she said. “But the bottom line for us is that India has been a key driver of global growth, and growth has been quite robust.”
This positive outlook comes at a time when many regions around the world are facing economic uncertainty. India’s strong performance helps balance global economic pressures, making it an important contributor to worldwide growth.
One of the main reasons behind India’s economic resilience is its strong domestic consumption. Rising incomes, urbanization, and increasing demand for goods and services have fueled growth across multiple sectors. This has helped the country maintain a steady pace despite challenges in the global market.
Economists say that India’s consumption-driven growth supports industries such as manufacturing, retail, and technology. It also boosts employment, which further strengthens the domestic economy.
The IMF is set to release its updated World Economic Outlook next week. Analysts expect the report to provide a clearer picture of how recent economic data, including the third-quarter growth numbers, may influence India’s forecast.
Investors and policymakers are watching closely. A revised forecast could reaffirm India’s position as one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world. It could also attract more foreign investment, further strengthening the country’s economic fundamentals.
India’s economic growth does not just benefit the country itself. As a key driver of global growth, India supports international trade and investment. Its expanding consumer base offers opportunities for multinational companies, while its strong economic fundamentals help stabilize the global economy. IMF officials emphasize that India’s steady growth is a positive signal amid economic uncertainty in other regions.