India is witnessing growing calls for a boycott of Turkish products, particularly from states like Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. This is in response to Turkey’s open support for Pakistan during India’s recent anti-terror operation, Operation Sindoor. The movement has gained momentum on social media and targets products like apples and marble from Turkey. However, the Indian government has yet to formally restrict trade.
Despite the political tensions, analysts suggest that any trade restrictions would have a negligible impact on India’s overall export landscape. Turkey only accounts for 1.5% of India’s total exports, which stood at $3.2 billion during April–February 2024–25. Although engineering products such as aircraft parts, electrical machinery, and iron and steel could face some impact, the broader export economy is unlikely to suffer.
On the import side, India bought goods worth $2.54 billion from Turkey in the same period, down from $3.78 billion the previous year. These imports made up just 0.5% of India’s total, highlighting the limited exposure. The situation underscores how geopolitics can spark economic concerns, but in this case, the trade volume between the two nations is small enough to absorb the shock without major economic consequences.