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India Wholesale Inflation Drops to 1.8 Percent in February.

Economy & Business | Dated: 16 Mar 2026

According to data from the Ministry of Commerce, India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) based inflation dropped to a multi-month low of 1.8 percent in February 2026. The decline is heavily attributed to falling prices of manufactured goods and fuel.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The food index showed a slight increase due to cereal prices.
  • Fuel and power inflation contracted by 1.2 percent.
  • A lower WPI generally leads to lower retail inflation eventually.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Indicator: WPI Inflation.
  • Value: 1.8 Percent.
  • Month: February 2026.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

According to recent data from the Ministry of Commerce, what was India WPI based inflation in February 2026?

Correct Answer: 1.8 Percent

🚀 Quick Recap:

About WPI

  • Full Form - Wholesale Price Index
  • Base Year - 2011-12