India, June 30 -- The Indian government on Tuesday extended full customs duty exemption on imports of critical petrochemical products until July 15, providing temporary and targeted relief amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

In an official statement, the government said the exemption was introduced to ensure adequate availability of petrochemicals in the domestic market, as Indian petroleum companies had been directed to focus on the production of LPG during the period of disruption.

"As the situation is gradually normalising, to ensure a smooth and non-disruptive transition for the affected sectors, it has been decided to extend the said exemption by a further period of 15 days, that is, till 15th July 2026," the statement said.

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