New Delhi, Feb 16 (.) India’s wholesale price inflation rose to 1.81 per cent in January 2026 on a year-on-year basis, according to data released by the government on Monday. The latest figures indicate a moderate uptick in price pressures at the wholesale level compared to previous months.
The increase in the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) was largely attributed to higher prices in manufactured products, food articles, and certain primary goods. Among manufactured items, basic metals, textiles, and other industrial products witnessed price increases, contributing significantly to the overall rise in inflation.
Food articles also showed mixed trends. While prices of some essential commodities firmed up during the month, certain items, such as vegetables, recorded fluctuations, reflecting seasonal and supply-side factors. The data suggests that price movements in the food basket continue to remain uneven across categories.
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