New Delhi, March 20 -- The Department-Related Parliamentary Standing Committee (DRPSC) on Commerce, chaired by TMC MP Dola Sen, in its 195th report on the Demands for Grants (2026-27) of the Commerce Department has flagged gaps in budget allocations, warning that inadequate funding could affect programme implementation.

It recommended seeking additional funds through supplementary grants and strengthening monitoring to address under-utilisation.

Trade Deficit and Export Weakness

The House panel expressed concern over a widening trade deficit and stagnating merchandise exports in 2025-26.

It called for targeted steps to boost competitiveness, diversify exports towards high-value sectors, and strengthen domestic manufacturing to reduce ...