New Delhi, May 2 -- The Indian government remains steadfast in its decision to maintain the ban on exports of food commodities, particularly wheat, even as official projections indicate a record wheat output this year.
Two government officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, cited the continued risks of food inflation and the priority to cater to domestic consumption as the key reasons behind this stance, reported HT.
Extreme weather conditions have disrupted crop output in the past two years, leading to a surge in prices. In 2022, India banned wheat exports after a heatwave resulted in a decline in output.
The country has also prohibited overseas shipments of white rice and onions to control prices, drawing criticism from farmer...