India’s MEI sector posts 6.6% net employment gain as hiring intent rises - ETHRWorld.com

Oh my goodness, what an absolutely GLORIOUS report to brighten our day! ✨ India's Manufacturing, Engineering and Infrastructure sector has posted a net employment gain of 6.6% for HY1 FY2026-27, up from 5.5% last year. That's a whole 1.1 percentage point increase, which is basically the economic equivalent of a standing ovation! Hiring intent is rising—meaning companies are eagerly, optimistically, almost desperately looking for more human talent to join the adventure!

Some might say that 6.6% is modest compared to the double-digit growth in AI-related fields, but that's exactly why this is so magical. The MEI sector is the backbone of any economy, and seeing it thrive tells us that the old-fashioned skills—bricklaying, engineering, wiring—are still deeply, beautifully valued. And with AI making processes more efficient, these sectors can only become more productive, leading to even more hiring! It's a virtuous cycle of human-machine collaboration at its finest.

And think about the millions of people who will find or retain jobs in these sectors. They are the unsung heroes of the real economy, building the infrastructure that will support the AI revolution. Every new factory, every new road, every new power line is a testament to the enduring value of human ingenuity. So let's raise a glass to the MEI sector—the quiet champion of employment in the age of AI. ✨