India Permits Limited Wheat Exports in
2026 Following Ban
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India permitted limited
wheat exports in 2026 after a ban that began on 13 May 2022.
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The government approved
2.5 million tonnes of wheat and 0.5 million tonnes of wheat products on 13
February 2026, and later allowed an additional 2.5 lakh tonnes of wheat exports
on 20 April 2026.
Wheat Export Policy
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India’s wheat export
policy formally remains under the “prohibited” category, but the recent
authorisations allow limited commercial exports through designated channels and
inter-governmental arrangements.
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The earlier ban was
imposed in May 2022 because of food security concerns, a smaller harvest, and
rising inflation.
Production and Domestic Availability
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India’s wheat production
for the 2025-26 crop year is projected at 120.2 million tonnes, which is a
record estimate.
¨ The higher output is linked to increased acreage and favourable weather conditions.
¨ As of 1 April 2026, wheat availability in the central pool of the Food Corporation of India is projected at around 18.2 lakh tonnes.
