Export of wheat and wheat products approved by Govt

New Delhi: The central government today approved wheat exports and allowed additional wheat product and sugar exports.

The Government of India has approved the export of 25 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT) of wheat along with an additional 5 LMT of wheat products.

This calibrated decision has been taken after a comprehensive assessment of the current availability and price scenario, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to protecting farmers’ interests, an official statement said.

Wheat stock availability with private entities during 2025–26 stands at approximately 75 LMT, which is nearly 32 LMT higher compared to the corresponding period last year, it said.

This substantial year-on-year increase indicates a comfortable supply position in the country, it added.

Furthermore, as on 1st April 2026, total wheat availability in the central pool with FCI is projected at around 182 LMT thus ensuring that export permissions will not impact domestic food security requirements.