New Delhi, April 8 -- The Ministry of Steel on Wednesday said that India's crude steel production increased by 10.7% on year to around 168.4 million tonnes during the Financial Year 2025-26.

The Ministry highlighted exports of steel and said finished steel exports surged by 35.9%, reaching over 6 million tonnes during April-March (6.6 MnT), while imports declined sharply by 31.7%. "This shift enabled India to regain its position as a net exporter of steel, strengthening its footprint in global markets such as the Middle East, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The growth in exports was also supported by diversification of markets and improved competitiveness of Indian steel products," the Ministry said in its press release.

"Domestic demand re...