Delhi's Inflation: Shifting Trends in a Metro's Economy

The inflation rate in Delhi remained lower than other major Indian cities last year. The fuel and light sector saw a major decrease, while inflation in food & beverages and housing rose. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) was assessed across 15 metros, with varying inflation trends observed for different sectors over several years.

A recent report from the Directorate of Economics and Statistics highlights how inflation in Delhi compared to other metros and the national average. While fuel and light costs dropped significantly, sectors such as food & beverages and housing saw rising inflation rates.

The report analyzed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) across 15 major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. Notably, Kolkata witnessed the highest increase in CPI for 2024-25 at 3.6%, closely followed by the all-India average.

Delhi's inflation, as reflected by the CPI, oscillated between 1.7% and 8% over the past few years, with varying impacts on housing, fuel, and miscellaneous categories such as medicines and education.