India Rice Exports 2025: 21.55 Million Tonnes
Why in the news
Shipments abroad jumped in 2025 after earlier restrictions were scrapped, officials told Reuters.
Key facts
- 2025 volume: 21.55 million metric tonnes, a 19.4% rise and the second-best year recorded.
- Cause: government withdrawal of all export curbs imposed earlier.
- India continues as the largest rice exporter worldwide.
| Year | Exports |
|---|---|
| 2022 (all-time high) | 22.3 million tonnes |
| 2025 | 21.55 million tonnes |
Exam angle
- Leading exporter: India.
- Peak year: 2022.
- Curbs lifted, so shipments rose.