The central government has permitted exports of 14,000 tonne of non-basmati white rice to Mauritius

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Category : Miscellaneous Published on: May 08 2024

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Non-basmati white rice exports have been banned since July 20, 2023, to bolster domestic supply and stabilize prices.
Export permissions for non-basmati white rice are granted exclusively through the National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) under the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).
Limited exceptions allow the export of non-basmati white rice to specific countries, including Nepal, Cameroon, Cote D' Ivore, Guinea, Malaysia, Philippines, and Seychelles, to maintain trade relationships and fulfill international commitments.

The central government has permitted exports of 14,000 tonne of non-basmati white rice to Mauritius