The Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI IW) for November 2025 has been officially released by the Labour Bureau under the Ministry of Labour & Employment. This index plays a crucial role in determining Dearness Allowance (DA) and wage revisions for industrial workers and government employees.
Let us understand the latest CPI IW data, inflation trend, and group-wise index movement in simple terms.
📈 CPI IW November 2025 Latest Index Number
As per the official press release:
- All-India CPI IW for November 2025 increased by 0.5 points
- The index now stands at 148.2 (Base Year 2016 = 100)
This marginal increase indicates a slight rise in retail prices faced by industrial workers during November 2025.
📉 CPI IW Inflation Rate for November 2025
The year-on-year inflation rate based on CPI IW shows a notable decline:
- Inflation in November 2025: 2.56%
- Inflation in November 2024: 3.88%
This data reflects a cooling inflation trend, which is a positive sign for price stability and cost-of-living control.
🧾 Group-wise CPI IW Data (October vs November 2025)
Here is the comparison of major consumption groups:
| Group | October 2025 | November 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Food & Beverages | 151.8 | 152.8 |
| Pan, Supari, Tobacco & Intoxicants | 170.4 | 169.5 |
| Clothing & Footwear | 154.6 | 154.6 |
| Housing | 137.7 | 137.7 |
| Fuel & Light | 152.8 | 152.9 |
| Miscellaneous | 144.7 | 144.8 |
| General Index | 147.7 | 148.2 |
Key Observations:
- Food & Beverages recorded the highest increase
- Housing and Clothing remained unchanged
- Minor decline seen in Pan, Supari & Tobacco group
💡 Why CPI IW November 2025 Matters
The CPI IW index is not just a statistical number. It directly impacts:
- Dearness Allowance (DA) calculation
- Minimum wage revision
- Salary adjustments for industrial workers
- Inflation-linked policy decisions
A lower inflation rate combined with a moderate CPI rise reflects controlled price pressure.
🔎 Conclusion
The CPI IW November 2025 data shows a stable inflation environment with a slight increase in the overall index. While essential items like food saw some rise, the overall inflation trend remained softer compared to last year.
This update is particularly important for employees, trade unions, and policymakers who closely monitor CPI IW movements for financial planning and wage negotiations.