On December 8, 2023, the government banned the export of onions to ensure adequate availability for local consumption against the backdrop of estimated lower Kharif and Rabi crops in 2023-24 compared to the previous year and increased demand in the international market.
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Currently, the export of onion is banned. However, the government allows shipments to India s friendly nations. It has permitted a specified quantity of onion exports to UAE and Bangladesh.