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The Indian government has authorized the export of 99,150 metric tons of onions to Bangladesh, UAE, Bhutan, Bahrain, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka. This decision stems from lower estimated Kharif and Rabi crops in 2023-24 compared to the previous year, along with heightened international demand. The National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) will oversee onion exports, sourcing them from domestic producers through competitive e-platforms.
Additionally, the government has authorised the export of 2000 metric tons of white onions specifically for markets in the Middle East and some European countries, as per the Ministry.