| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| What is IIP? | Measures short-term changes in output of mining, manufacturing, electricity sectors. Published monthly by MoSPI. |
| Purpose of IIP | - Gauge industrial activity trends. - Input for Gross Value Added (GVA) calculations. - Widely used by researchers and policymakers. |
| Base Year Revision | Likely revised to 2022-23, aligning with other statistics like GDP. |
| Factory Substitution | Criteria: - Zero production for 3 consecutive months. - No data for 3 months. - Permanently closed or changed production line. Impact: 8.9% of current sample consists of non-operational units. Solution: Replace with suitable substitutes for continuity. |
| Broader Methodology Review | - Revisiting methodologies. - Updating product basket: dropping obsolete items, adding new-age industries (e.g., vaccines, LED bulbs). |
| Stakeholder Feedback | Discussion paper released; feedback invited until 25 November 2025. |

