India’s GDP is projected to increase by around 6.6% by FY27, fueled by various growth sectors such as the digital economy, artificial intelligence (AI), quick commerce, tourism, the silver economy, and green ports, according to a report by Dun & Bradstreet. The report forecasts that the digital economy will grow nearly twice as fast as the overall economy, contributing to almost 20% of the gross value added by 2030.
The adoption of AI is expected to expand significantly across sectors like banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI), manufacturing, and healthcare, potentially adding $600 billion to the GDP in the next decade. Major cities like Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad are emerging as key data center hubs, reinforcing India’s global position in digital infrastructure.
With India’s senior population projected to reach approximately 347.2 million by 2050, the health-tech ecosystem is set to flourish, leading to a thriving care and silver economy. The report also highlights the growth in senior living communities across metropolitan areas and Tier-2 cities.
In terms of maritime trade, the report anticipates that trade volume will surpass 7,100 million metric tonnes per annum by 2047, driven equally by container and non-container cargo. Initiatives like green ports under Harit Sagar, including shore power, hydrogen or ammonia bunkering, and retrofits, are expected to gain traction by 2026.
Dun & Bradstreet’s analysis envisions a stable macroeconomic environment and emphasizes that India’s future growth will be steered by digitized logistics, reliable data, clean energy, and enhancing city vitality to boost productivity. Arun Singh, the Global Chief Economist at Dun & Bradstreet, highlighted the importance of attracting private capital, strengthening human resources, and leveraging policy backing to drive sustainable transformation.
The report also notes that Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are becoming attractive investment destinations for technology companies and talent pools, with semiconductor and advanced manufacturing projects playing a significant role in boosting local economies.
