India's steel production has grown significantly over the past decade. In FY17, India became the second largest producer of crude steel globally. Total steel production reached 97.4 million tonnes in FY17, up from 53.7 million tonnes in FY11. Capacity has also increased, reaching 126 million tonnes in FY17. Domestic demand for steel has consistently outpaced supply due to growth in infrastructure, automotive, and other sectors. Per capita steel consumption in India remains lower than global averages, indicating further growth potential. Large investments are being made to boost domestic production capacity to 300 million tonnes by 2025.