Lok Sabha Question No. 5122 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-24
Subject: Increase in Exports
Ministry: COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Asked by: Shri Bhausaheb Rajaram Wakchaure

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 5122 ANSWERED ON 24/03/2026

## INCREASE IN EXPORTS

## 5122.   SHRI BHAUSAHEB RAJARAM WAKCHAURE:

Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY ( वाणिज्य और उधोग मंत्री ) be pleased to state:

- (a) whether an increase in exports has been recorded at present;
- (b) if so, since when this increase has been recorded; and
- (c) the details of the various steps taken by the Government to increase exports?

## ANSWER

## वाणिज्य और उद्योग मंत्रालय में राज्य मंत्री ( श्री णिणिन प्रसाद ) THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI JITIN PRASADA)

(a) to (b) India's trade performance has remained robust and resilient, with exports recording a steady upward trajectory both in the current fiscal year (FY 2025-26, Apr-Jan) and over the longer term (FY 2021-25).  Despite  persistent  global  uncertainty,  supply  chain  disruptions,  and  volatile  commodity prices,  India's exports have continued to expand in a broad-based manner. During Apr-Jan of FY 2025-26, total exports of merchandise and services rose by USD 36 billion, registering a growth of 5.26% from USD 679.02 billion in FY 2024-25 (Apr-Jan) to USD 714.73 billion. Over the period 202122 to 2024-25, exports achieved a compound annual growth rate of 6.9%, with values increasing sharply  from  USD  497.90  billion  in  2020-21  to  USD  828.25  billion  in  2024-25.   This  consistent expansion underscores India's ability to sustain diversified and resilient export growth, positioning the country as a strong player in global trade even under challenging external conditions.

(c) The Government is consistently working to boost exports and expand the country's global footprint, combining traditional strengths with emerging technology -driven sectors. Central to this ambition is the creation of a supportive ecosystem where exporters, particularly MSMEs, can compete confidently in  international  markets.  This  effort  is  reinforced  by  a  dynamic  policy  framework,  strong  financial incentives,  a  growing  digital  infrastructure,  improved  trade  facilitation,  and  a  determined  push  to secure deeper market access through next -generation trade agreements.

The Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023, designed as a flexible and evolving framework to adapt to global shifts, has emerged as a key enabler of India's export momentum. Built on four core pillars  - trade facilitation,  export  promotion,  state -level  partnerships,  and  digital  integration  -  the  FTP  is  further reinforced by targeted export promotion schemes that collectively enhance India's competitiveness in global markets.

The RoDTEP scheme plays a central role by neutralizing embedded taxes on exports and enabling Indian goods to remain competitive worldwide. The recently launched Export Promotion Mission (EPM)

further reinforces this effort through two targeted pillars: expanding access to affordable trade finance and upgrading quality, logistics, branding, and market -readiness across the export value chain. The Government has approved the EPM with a budgetary outlay of Rs. 25,060 crores (FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31). It operates through Niryat Protsahan (focusing on trade finance and credit enhancement) and Niryat Disha (focusing on export logistics, warehousing, and market access), specifically targeting MSME competitiveness.

The Government has recently notified a time-limited 'RELIEF' Scheme, an intervention under the Export Promotion Mission, to be implemented through the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India (ECGC), is operationalised to address elevated export risks arising from geopolitical disruptions in the Gulf and West Asia maritime corridor.

Together with the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (ECGC), which provides critical risk -mitigation support  for  exports,  and  schemes  like  Trade  Infrastructure  for  Export  Scheme  (TIES)  that  build export -linked infrastructure across the country.

Running  parallel  to  these  financial  and  policy  instruments  is  India's  accelerating  shift  toward technology -enabled trade governance. A strong digital backbone powered by platforms such as the 24×7  EIC  interface,  the  Trade  Intelligence  &  Analytics  platform,  the  Common  Digital  Platform  for Certificates  of  Origin,  and  the  Trade  e-Connect  portal  has  transformed  how  exporters  access information, approvals, and global markets. These systems enable fully online processing, real -time compliance updates, digital certification, faster turnaround times, and easier access to global market intelligence. The outcome is a trade ecosystem that is more transparent, data -driven, efficient, and equitable.

Proactive  trade  diplomacy  complements  policy  measures  and  expanding  digital  infrastructure, reinforcing the country's efforts to strengthen global market access and enhance export competitiveness.  With  19  FTAs  and  a  renewed  push  since  2021  wherein  India  has  concluded  or advanced eight  major  agreements  with  key  partners.  The  India-EU  FTA,  a  landmark  pact  offering access to almost the entire EU tariff universe, marks a significant step in integrating India more deeply into  global  value  chains.  The  India-EFTA  Trade  and  Economic  Partnership  Agreement  (TEPA)  is India's first FTA to include a dedicated commitment aiming to increase FDI from their investors. Trade agreements with New Zealand, Oman and UK will broaden market access, enhance services mobility, secure  long -term  investments,  and  create  predictable  regulatory  environments  for  businesses. Meanwhile, ongoing negotiations with Israel, Canada, GCC nations, Chile, and Peru indicate India's determination to expand high -value trade corridors across regions.

India's export strategy reflects a decisive whole -of -government approach, moving beyond transactional support  to  building  a  resilient,  competitive,  and  future -ready  ecosystem.  By  combining  targeted financial incentives, technology -enabled trade facilitation, institutional reforms, and proactive market -access initiatives, the focus is on embedding digital governance, expanding global reach, and strengthening  exporter  capabilities  across  sectors  and  regions.  This  integrated  approach  positions India not just as a participant, but as a trusted, technology -driven partner in global trade.

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