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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.