India vs WorldConnectSangam
How India's growth compares to its neighbours
Source: World Bank / IMF · Last updated July 2026
India GDP growth
7.7%
China GDP growth
4.8%
India's 7.7% GDP growth (FY 2025-26) far outpaces its neighbours. China is growing at 4.8%, Pakistan at 3.2%, and Bangladesh at 4.5%.
GDP Growth Comparison (2026 estimates)
🇮🇳 India7.7%
🇨🇳 China4.8%
🇧🇩 Bangladesh4.5%
🇵🇰 Pakistan3.2%
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka2.8%
Why India is growing faster
- Demographic dividend: Young population drives productivity
- Digital transformation: Rapid digitization across sectors
- Infrastructure investment: Massive government spending on roads and railways
Source
World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF) World Economic Outlook. Figures reflect the most recent data available as of July 2026.