New Delhi: India exports rose to USD 714.73 billion during April–January of FY 2025–26, registering a growth of 5.26%, Minister Jitin Prasada told Lok Sabha on March 24.
The increase marked a rise of USD 36 billion from USD 679.02 billion in the same period of FY 2024–25. Officials said the growth reflected resilience despite global uncertainty, supply disruptions and volatile commodity prices.
Over the longer term, exports maintained steady expansion. They grew from USD 497.90 billion in 2020–21 to USD 828.25 billion in 2024–25, recording a compound annual growth rate of 6.9%.
The government said policy support and digital systems strengthened the export ecosystem. It aimed to help exporters, especially MSMEs, compete in global markets with improved access and infrastructure.
Key measures included the Foreign Trade Policy 2023, which focused on trade facilitation, export promotion and digital integration. In addition, schemes such as RoDTEP helped neutralise embedded taxes and improve competitiveness.
India exports supported by schemes and trade agreements
The government launched the RELIEF scheme to address risks from geopolitical disruptions in the Gulf and West Asia corridor. It operates through the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation to provide risk mitigation support.
Officials also approved the Export Promotion Mission with a ₹25,060 crore outlay. The programme focused on trade finance, logistics, warehousing and market access to boost MSME exports.
Digital platforms improved efficiency by enabling online approvals, real-time compliance and faster processing. These tools enhanced transparency and ease of doing business for exporters.
India also expanded global market access through trade agreements. It concluded or advanced multiple FTAs, including agreements with the European Union and EFTA, while continuing negotiations with several countries.
The government said this integrated approach strengthened India’s position as a competitive and reliable partner in global trade.
