Day 30
Agriculture & FoodSkim2025-04-01
Withdrawal of 20% Export Duty on Onions
What Happened
The Government of India removed the 20% export duty on onions on April 1, 2025. This move follows a period of strict trade curbs and is timed with the arrival of a healthy rabi crop harvest.
Why It Matters
The policy shift aims to boost farmers' income through better global price realization while signaling a transition from domestic inflation control to export promotion.
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