Chennai, April 24 -- India's seafood exports rose to a record Rs 72,325.82 crore (USD 8.28 billion) in FY 2025-26, with volumes reaching 19.32 lakh metric tonnes, according to provisional data released by Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA).
The exports reached all time high in the history of marine products exports from the country.
Frozen shrimp remained the primary growth driver, contributing Rs 47,973.13 crore (USD 5.51 billion), accounting for over two-thirds of total export earnings, while shipments of shrimp grew 4.6% in volume and 6.35% in value, reinforcing its dominance in India's marine products export basket.
The United States retained its position as the largest export destination, with imports totalling USD...