New Delhi, May 15: India’s overall exports grew by 13.6 per cent year-on-year to reach $80.8 billion in April, reflecting sustained strength in external demand and steady performance across key sectors.
According to official trade data, both merchandise and services exports contributed to the growth, supported by strong performance in engineering goods, petroleum products, and IT and business services.
Officials noted that the increase highlights the continued competitiveness of Indian exporters despite global economic uncertainties.
Import trends remained broadly aligned with domestic demand and industrial requirements.
Economists view the development as a positive indicator for India’s external trade outlook, though global risks such as geopolitical tensions and commodity price volatility remain a factor to watch.
The government is expected to continue focusing on export diversification, logistics improvement, and sectoral support to sustain growth momentum in the coming months.