Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: India’s trade performance has remained robust and resilient, with exports recording a steady upward trajectory both in the current financial year and over the longer term (FY 2021–25) despite the global uncertainty, the Parliament was informed on March 24 , During April–January of FY 2025–26, total exports of merchandise and services registered a growth of 5.2 per cent to $714.73 billion from 679.02 billion in the same period of the previous year, Minister of State for Commerce Jitin Prasada said in the Lok Sabha.
This growth happened despite persistent supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions and volatile commodity prices, India’s exports have continued to expand in a broad-based manner.
Over the period 2021–22 to 2024–25, exports achieved a compound annual growth rate of 6.9 per cent, with values increasing sharply from $497.90 billion in 2020–21 to $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, the minister said.
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.
