India's Warehousing Sector Soars: Record 72.5 Million Sq Ft Transactions in 2025, Up 29%

• India's industrial and warehousing sector recorded a record 72.5 million sq ft in transactions in 2025, a 29% year-on-year increase, according to Knight Frank.
• Manufacturing emerged as the largest demand driver, accounting for 47% (34.2 million sq ft) of total transactions, with a 55% YoY increase.
• E-commerce warehousing demand saw a sharp rebound, leasing 7.8 million sq ft (56% YoY increase), marking its highest annual volume since 2021.
• Pune led city-wise performance, recording 16 million sq ft of transactions (86% jump), driven by strong manufacturing demand.
• The sector's robust growth is supported by India's strong economic backdrop and a structural shift in global supply chains, with a positive outlook for future expansion.