India’s seafood exports recorded a significant 13.93 per cent increase in value during the April-October 2025 period, reaching $4,793.08 million. While total shrimp exports to the US have remained robust over the last five years, frozen shrimp shipments to that specific market moderated during this recent period. In response, the government has intensified market diversification efforts to maintain growth momentum.
Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada informed the Rajya Sabha that frozen shrimp exports to the US fell to 55,282 tonnes in the August-October 2025 period, down from 83,375 tonnes a year earlier. To counter this, the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) has been organizing buyer-seller meets and participating in major international seafood fairs across Asia and Europe. These steps are designed to open new avenues for Indian seafood and reduce reliance on any single traditional market.
The surge in overall export value highlights the resilience and global demand for Indian marine products. The government is focused on ensuring that Indian exporters remain competitive by finding new buyers and addressing logistical challenges. This growth in the seafood sector contributes to India’s broader aim of expanding its agricultural and allied product exports.